Underground Production of Counterfeit Alcohol Discovered in Chernivtsi

In Chernivtsi, law enforcement uncovered an illegal alcohol production operation organized by a resident of the village of Ostrytsia in the Chernivtsi region. From June to September 2025, a 52-year-old man rented warehouse space in the city, where he independently produced counterfeit alcohol.

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Sale of Alcohol Among Market Stalls

The man sold the produced goods directly from his vehicle in the stalls of one of the city markets. This activity posed a potential health risk to consumers, as the quality and safety of such alcohol were not monitored by any authorities.

Details of the Investigation

The perpetrator rented warehouse space to organize the underground production, where he manufactured so-called “burnt” alcohol. Its sale took place in crowded areas, allowing him to avoid attracting undue attention from law enforcement.

From June to September 2025, a 52-year-old resident of the village of Ostrytsia in the Chernivtsi region rented warehouse space in Chernivtsi, where he produced “burnt” alcohol. He sold the finished products directly from his vehicle among the stalls of the city market.