NABU detectives examine Osipov case suspect's links with Kiselov and Yakymets

Links with former MP and intermediary

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) has received data on the close cooperation between the suspect in the Osipov case and former People's Deputy from the "Opposition Bloc" Andriy Kiselov and well-known intermediary Bohdan Yakymets. This is reported by the publication "Dzerkalo Tyzhnia".

According to journalists, Andriy Kiselov, who is linked to the former political leadership during Viktor Yanukovych's era, controlled a large-scale scrap metal business. It was through this activity that investigative actions were also conducted at his premises. In addition, NABU detectives conducted searches at the premises of Bohdan Yakymets in 2025–2026, who acted as an intermediary in relations between big business and law enforcement structures. During these measures, his mobile phones were seized, which contained confidential correspondence.

Illegal production of tobacco products

The investigation is currently paying particular attention to the tobacco direction of Osipov's activities, which has put the owners of this business on edge. Law enforcement officers established that the illegal production of cigarettes was carried out not in artisanal conditions, but in large warehouse complexes. Equipment was delivered there, and employees were kept in isolation there for several weeks.

According to sources, the investigation is currently building chains of product distribution, where individuals from other high-profile cases of the bureau may be involved.

Hidden names in materials

Meanwhile, in recently published correspondence materials, some names and surnames were hidden. As noted by the publication, among them is a known head of one of the influential economic back-offices of the current authorities, whose data is not yet disclosed in the interests of the investigation.