Girl accused of helping Russia kill Ukrainian soldiers with poison
Summary
Ukrainian police arrested a 17-year-old girl accused of helping Russian security services poison Ukrainian soldiers, resulting in two deaths. The girl allegedly sent lethal drugs to soldiers via Telegram and faces serious criminal charges if convicted.Key Facts
- The girl, detained in Zhytomyr near Kyiv, is suspected of working for Russian handlers.
- She reportedly sent poison capsules containing methadone to Ukrainian soldiers.
- Two Ukrainian soldiers died from the poison, and police say more deaths were prevented.
- She received at least 5,000 hryvnias (about $111) for her actions.
- The girl faces up to 15 years in prison if found guilty of aiding murder and drug distribution.
- Ukrainian authorities warn against accepting unknown medicines or food from strangers.
- Since the 2022 invasion, Ukraine has investigated thousands of cases related to collaboration with Russia.
- Similar poisonings linked to Russian agents have been reported involving Ukrainian military intelligence personnel.
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