Official Arrested for Substandard School Bomb Shelters: 14.5 Million Hryvnias Lost

Kyiv Region Official Arrested for Substandard School Bomb Shelters Kyiv, Ukraine – Oleksandr Mazurek, head of Beton Energo, was arrested on May 22, 2025, for his involvement in the construction of substandard bomb shelters in schools across the Kyiv region. The shoddy workmanship resulted in a financial loss of 14.5 million hryvnias for the Bila Tserkva city council. The investigation revealed that Mazurek secured a compliance certificate containing false information, allowing him to win the tender and subsequently misappropriate public funds. "The substandard shelters put children's lives at risk," stated a spokesperson for the Bila Tserkva city council. "Mazurek's actions are unacceptable and represent a gross betrayal of public trust." The video evidence presented includes images of the poorly constructed shelters, alongside documents showcasing the falsified compliance certificate. The investigation is ongoing, but the arrest of Mazurek sends a strong message about the accountability of those who profit from the suffering of others. The incident highlights the urgent need for greater transparency and oversight in public procurement to ensure that funds allocated for crucial projects are used responsibly and effectively, safeguarding the welfare of Ukraine's children.