Klymenko called the actions of some police officers during the terrorist attack in Kyiv "shameful" and announced personnel decisions
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The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs suspended law enforcement officers and initiated an investigation into the issuance of weapons to the attacker. Klymenko supported citizens' right to armed self-defense.
Minister of Internal Affairs Ihor Klymenko commented on the actions of law enforcement officers during the terrorist attack in Kyiv and announced an official investigation and possible personnel decisions. He stated this in his statement, UNN writes.
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According to the minister, the police officers who arrived at the scene have already been suspended from duty.
Disgraceful, unworthy behavior. This is a shame for the entire system. They have been suspended, an investigation is underway regarding this
At the same time, he called not to generalize the assessment of the entire police force.
It is not entirely correct to generalize about the entire police force based solely on the actions of two employees
Klymenko reported that it will be investigated how the attacker obtained a permit for weapons.
How he obtained the necessary medical certificates to extend his weapons permit – must be thoroughly investigated
At the same time, the minister emphasized that no mass checks of gun owners are planned.
There will be no mass checks of gun owners
The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs also spoke about the right of citizens to own weapons.
I believe that people should have the right to armed self-defense
He added that in the near future, discussions on the draft law on civilian weapons will take place with the participation of deputies and the public.
Our task is to draw conclusions and strengthen the system where it is needed
Klymenko also expressed condolences to the families of those killed in the attack.
Recall
A video surfaced online showing two police officers simply fleeing the scene during a shooting in Kyiv on April 18. The head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Ihor Klymenko, reacted to this.
Later, the patrol officers were suspended from duty for leaving the scene of the shooting on April 18.
The Prosecutor General of Ukraine reported that law enforcement officers have launched a criminal investigation into the possible improper performance of duties by police officers during the terrorist attack in Kyiv on April 18.