In Odesa, a serviceman was sentenced to five years in prison for desertion.

Trial of the deserter in Odesa

According to Novyny.live: In Odesa, a serviceman was sentenced to five years in prison for desertion. The man voluntarily left his military unit and did not return to service for more than two years. The court imposed a real prison sentence for his actions, which were qualified according to part 5 of article 407 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

Circumstances of the case

The serviceman was mobilized on February 1, 2023, and served as a cook in the supply unit of the battalion of unmanned aerial systems. He did not return from a business trip to his military unit, which became the basis for criminal prosecution. The court, having considered the case, issued a decision of five years of imprisonment for the man.

After the announcement of the sentence, the man was taken into custody in the courtroom. This case highlights the seriousness of the attitude towards desertion in Ukraine, especially under the current circumstances in the country.

Desertion among servicemen in wartime is a serious problem for Ukraine, as it can negatively impact the combat readiness of the army. The authorities are trying to combat this phenomenon through strict legislation and real penalties for those who evade service. This sentence is part of the state's efforts to ensure discipline and accountability in the army during times of crisis.