In the Kiev region, the SBU exposed an organized group of smugglers. Attackers tried to send to the EU countries almost 30 parcels with unique products dating back to the 1st millennium BC. and the period of Kievan Rus.

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“It was found that the group included several residents of the region. Dealers bought cultural values \u200b\u200bfrom local collectors for their illegal sale abroad. They looked for their foreign clients via the Internet, including on specialized sites, "

The businessmen planned to smuggle the contraband through international postal services.

During searches at the place of residence of the attackers, law enforcement officers found a batch of antiques prepared for illegal export abroad, in particular:.

products and decorations of the 1st millennium BC.

and the period of Kievan Rus;

edged weapons, silver coins and household items of the first millennium.

It is noted that the examination confirmed the belonging of the seized items to cultural values.

Now one of the organizers of the group has been reported by security investigators about the suspicion of h. 2 st. 15, h. 1 st. 201 (smuggling) of the Criminal Code of Ukraine. Investigative actions continue to prosecute other persons involved in illegal activities.