Ternopil Military Officer Involved in Multiple Car Accidents While Intoxicated: Reactions and Consequences
The response to a recent incident involving a military personnel from the Ternopil Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center (Ternopil TCSC) has garnered significant attention.
The soldier, who was on leave at the time, caused several road accidents while under the influence of alcohol, resulting in injuries to a police officer.
According to reliable sources, this service member has been part of the Ukrainian Armed Forces since October 2020 and is affiliated with one of the territorial units of the Ternopil region.
The incident occurred on September 17, 2025, in Ternopil city and has been widely covered in the media.
The preliminary investigation confirms that the soldier was intoxicated during the crash.
Law enforcement agencies are currently conducting procedural actions to establish all circumstances and make decisions in accordance with the law.
The leadership of the Ternopil TCSC condemns any illegal actions by military personnel regardless of their status or achievements and emphasizes that an official legal assessment will be provided by authorized authorities.
Additionally, police reports indicate that the same individual was involved in multiple accidents and caused bodily harm to a police officer, which led to his detention and transfer to the district police department.
The individual is identified as a 31-year-old employee of the territorial recruitment center who is currently on leave.
Investigators continue their work to clarify all details surrounding the case.