On November 5, 2026, the High Anti-Corruption Court (HACC) will consider the pre-trial detention of Volodymyr Tsenov, the first deputy head of the Department of Strategic Investigations of the National Police of Ukraine. Tsenov is a suspect in the large-scale case known as 'Carthage', where he is accused of covering up the activities of fraudulent call centers.
Nature of the Charges
According to the prosecution, Volodymyr Tsenov, who is also known by the alias 'Price', was responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted operation of call centers engaged in fraud. The case materials indicate that his activities were aimed at protecting the interests of these illegal structures.
Pre-trial Detention and Prosecution's Demands
The prosecution is seeking to impose a pre-trial detention on Tsenov, with the possibility of bail set at 20 million hryvnias. This decision aims to prevent the suspect from fleeing or influencing witnesses in the case.
Context of the 'Carthage' Case
The 'Carthage' case is being investigated by the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAP). It encompasses numerous aspects of corruption schemes related to the activities of call centers that deceived citizens and caused significant financial losses.