Former Odessa Military Recruitment Chief Borisov Faces Combined Charges with Bail Set at 44 Million.

Legal Proceedings Against Yevhen Borisov

According to Novyny.live: A court has consolidated two separate criminal cases against Yevhen Borisov, the former head of the Odessa Territorial Recruitment Center (TRC). The charges relate to unauthorized abandonment of his military post and obstructing the activities of the Ukrainian Armed Forces. The court has imposed a single preventive measure, setting an alternative bail amount of 44 million hryvnias.

This case is part of a wider anti-corruption drive within Ukraine's military administration during the ongoing war. In May 2023, the State Bureau of Investigations (DBR) initiated a criminal case under Part 5 of Article 426-1 of Ukraine's Criminal Code. Borisov was formally notified of suspicion in July 2023 for illicit enrichment and evasion of military service. According to the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NAZK), Borisov misappropriated 188 million hryvnias in July 2023.

Subsequent Investigation Phases

The cases concerning illicit enrichment and document forgery were forwarded to the court in 2024. In March 2025, the DBR concluded its investigation into money laundering involving assets exceeding 140 million hryvnias.

The consolidation of these cases and the substantial bail requirement mark significant developments in the probe into the former Odessa TRC chief's activities.

The situation surrounding Yevhen Borisov reflects a broader trend in Ukraine's fight against corruption, particularly within the military sphere, where adherence to law and order is critically important. Continuing these investigations and holding officials accountable for abusing their positions is vital for strengthening public trust in state institutions and ensuring justice.