“A Russian agent was neutralized in the Kherson region. He was tasked with identifying the positions of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, as well as blowing up an ammunition depot. The Russians promised him a reward of 30,000 hryvnias (about 800 euros) for committing sabotage,” says the report of the security forces of Ukraine.

The city of Kherson, bombedPhoto: WALTER / Bestimage / Profimedia

According to information, the man is a recidivist, repeatedly convicted of serious crimes, including murder.

“The man came into the aggressor’s field of vision because of his pro-Russian views, which he expressed, including, especially in the circles he visited,” the SBU reported.

During the detention, a mobile phone with the contact information of an established employee of the special services of the Russian Federation was found in the possession of the perpetrator