National Guard Member Charged for Allegedly Sharing Comrades’ Data with Russia While Captive.

National Guard Soldier Faces Charges for Collaboration

According to Novyny.live: Ukrainian authorities have formally charged a member of the National Guard with collaborating with the Russian Federation during his time as a prisoner of war. The suspect is accused of passing along information about fellow Ukrainian POWs, which may have led to violence and torture against them.

The soldier was held captive on Russian soil from September 2022 through October 2024. Reports indicate he allegedly worked with Russian representatives of his own free will, supplying details about other Ukrainian prisoners. One tragic consequence of this alleged cooperation: a fellow prisoner died from physical injuries, raising serious concerns about the impact of his actions.

Legal Ramifications of Collaboration

Furthermore, the suspect is said to have agreed to join the private military company 'Wagner' to fight against Ukraine. Following a prisoner exchange in 2024, he received medical treatment and rehabilitation before returning to duty in January 2026.

The charges against him fall under multiple articles of Ukraine's Criminal Code, including aiding and collaborating with illegal armed groups. A court has ordered pretrial detention without the possibility of bail. The investigation is being led by the State Bureau of Investigation in coordination with the Security Service of Ukraine and the Donetsk Specialized Defense Prosecutor’s Office for the Eastern Region.

This case highlights the grave realities faced by prisoners of war in Ukraine and the severe consequences of cooperating with the aggressor. Working with the enemy during wartime is a crime with serious legal repercussions. The high-level investigation underscores Ukrainian law enforcement's commitment to holding individuals accountable for such actions and protecting the rights of military personnel.