Former Deputy Prosecutor General of Ukraine Dmytro Verbytsky has broken his silence, stating that while he does not lead a lavish lifestyle, he is not struggling financially either. The former high-ranking official recently commented on his current situation and the status of the ongoing National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) investigation. Exactly two years ago, Verbytsky was ousted following a high-profile corruption scandal involving 29 million UAH (approximately $700,000) in unexplained wealth and luxury real estate.
The public scandal surrounding Dmytro Verbytsky erupted when investigative journalists uncovered assets tied to him and his family that significantly exceeded his official government income. The findings highlighted the acquisition of a townhouse in an elite gated community near Kyiv and other luxury purchases.
Amid intense public backlash, the Prosecutor General’s Office dismissed Verbytsky from his post. Shortly after, the criminal case concerning potential illicit enrichment was officially handed over to NABU. Two years later, the anti-corruption investigation continues, and the former prosecutor remains under scrutiny by both law enforcement and public watchdogs.
Verbytsky has consistently denied all allegations of corruption, claiming that most media reports were heavily exaggerated. Reflecting on his current daily life, the former official emphasized that his finances remain stable yet modest compared to past allegations.
«I am not living a luxurious life, but I am not living badly either,» Dmytro Verbytsky stated, describing his current financial situation.
Currently, the suspect in the anti-corruption probe maintains a relatively low profile. However, legal experts note that the resolution of the NABU illicit enrichment case will be a defining factor for his future. If prosecutors prove the charges in court, the former deputy prosecutor general could face asset forfeiture and significant prison time, making his case a key benchmark for high-level anti-corruption efforts in Ukraine.