Ukraine’s High Anti-Corruption Court keeps ex-Khmelnytskyi MSEC head Krupa in custody

Krupa will remain in custody until September 7 but can be released by posting bail of 56 million hryvnias (~$1.5 million).

In October, Krupa was initially set a bail of 500 million hryvnias ($13.5 million), but following a court hearing on July 10, the amount was reduced to 56 million hryvnias ($1.5 million).

Corruption at the Khmelnytskyi Center for Medical and Social Expertise
On Oct. 4, 2024, the State Bureau of Investigation (DBR) reported that it uncovered the director of the Khmelnytskyi MSEK and her son — the head of the regional pension fund office — engaged in illegal enrichment. During searches, authorities found nearly $6 million in cash in various currencies, forged medical documents, and lists of draft evaders with falsified diagnoses.

During the search, MSEK director Tetiana Krupa tried to dispose of two bags containing $500,000, throwing them out a window. The funds were not declared in her asset declaration. They were seized and deposited in a bank. A prosecutor also filed a motion with the court to freeze the assets.

The investigation is examining the basis for Krupa’s relatives acquiring a large number of real estate properties abroad and in Ukraine, an elite car fleet, corporate shares, and overseas accounts totaling nearly $2.3 million.

On Oct. 5, Krupa was formally charged with illegal enrichment. She faces up to 12 years in prison with confiscation of all property. On Oct. 7, a court placed her under 60-day detention with the option to post bail of 500 million hryvnias (~$13.5 million).

On October 20, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the convening of a National Security and Defense Council meeting regarding the scandal at the Khmelnytskyi MSEK and the mass issuance of disability documents for employees of the prosecutor’s office.

On March 17, 2025, it was reported that Krupa was dismissed from her position as head of the Khmelnytskyi regional MSEK.

In April, investigators found that Krupa owns crypto assets. A mobile phone search revealed data indicating she holds cryptocurrency.

Also in April, the National Agency on Corruption Prevention (NACP) reported violations in Krupa’s declarations totaling over 34.8 million hryvnias (~$940,000).