The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) detained members of a terrorist group that planned criminal activity in the territory of the Odessa region.
As a result of the special operation in Odessa, SBU officers arrested three members of the terrorist group. All detainees are the locals. The criminals prepared a series of resonant crimes for cash reward of USD 50,000. In particular, the plans included a terrorist act in a crowded place near the headquarters of one of the banks and murders of activists. According to the terrorists, responsibility for the attacks would be taken by a mythical organization of “Ukrainian Red Army”.
A package of explosives (similar to ammonal), 4 detonators, 30 igniters, a bottle with substance to evaporate hexogen (RDX), a “Walther” pistol, 16 rounds for PM pistol, a hunting sword, substances for making explosives were seized from the terrorists.
Pre-trial investigation is in progress.
Source: Співробітники СБУ не допустили терористичні акти в Одесі
Read the latest book “Donbas in Flames. Guide to the Conflict Zone” published by Prometheus Center. This guide will be useful to journalists, researchers, war experts, diplomats and general readers seeking information on the war in Donbas.