Scheme to manipulate sports competition results uncovered in Kyiv with National Platform involvement

The Cyberpolice Department of the National Police of Ukraine, in close coordination with the National Platform of Sports Integrity, uncovered a case of possible unlawful influence on the results of official sports competitions.

According to law enforcement agencies, it was established that the suspect had communicated with athletes to recruit them to deliberately alter table tennis match results, offering financial rewards.

The individual was detained under Article 208 of the Criminal Procedure Code of Ukraine while handing over funds. Іру was served with a notice of suspicion under Article 369-3, paragraph 1, of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

This case illustrates practical cooperation between law enforcement agencies and the National Platform of Sports Integrity in combating the manipulation of sports competitions.

The National Platform continues to coordinate information exchange and cooperation between stakeholders to ensure the timely detection of risks and responses to possible sports integrity violations.