The head of the National Bank of Ukraine, Kyryl Shevchenko, was accused of causing losses to the state of 206 million hryvnias during the management of Ukrgasbank. This was reported by the specialized anti-corruption prosecutor's office.

 "5 main participants in this crime have been notified of suspicion, including the current head of the National Bank of Ukraine (Kyrylo Shevchenko - editor), former and current high-ranking officials of banking institutions. The actions of the members of the organized group are qualified under Part 3 of Article 27, Part 5 of Article 191 ; Part 3 of Article 27, Part 3 of Article 28, Part 1 of Article 366 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine," the message states.

 The specialized anti-corruption prosecutor's office and the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine exposed the illegal activities of Ukrgasbank officials, which led to losses of over 206 million hryvnias.

 According to the investigation, the bank's management, having information about banking service contracts concluded with large clients, used it to embezzle money.

 Officials ensured the conclusion of fictitious contracts with individuals and legal entities, who allegedly, being "agents" of the bank, attracted large clients to it. The bank illegally paid monthly "remuneration" to these persons for such "agency services".

 "The investigation established that during the years 2014-2019, 52 fictitious agents were unjustifiably transferred state bank funds in the amount of over 206 million hryvnias under this scheme (...) At the same time, we emphasize that the facts stated in the notice of suspicion do not relate to the period of stay of the current head of the National Bank in the position and performance of the powers of the head of the Central Bank of Ukraine," the SAP said.

 The pre-trial investigation continues.