On 6 October, rumors that German agents searched Ukrainian suspect Volodymyr Z.’s Warsaw flat were refuted by Polish police, with the Ministry of Internal Affairs calling the spread of false information a major problem.
Police Refute German Search Claim
Polish police quickly denied reports that German officers had entered Volodymyr Z.’s apartment, stating it was “untrue that German officers carried out any activities in his flat.” Social media posts cited the Central Police Command’s statement.
Ministry Warnings About Misinformation
Press spokesperson Karolina Gałecka warned that misinformation was rampant not only about this case but also about broader public issues, including Ukraine and the war on Poland’s eastern border. She urged citizens to verify information on official government sites.
When asked whether the flow of falsehoods originated from Russia, she said she could not pinpoint a single source, noting that many fake accounts intent on sowing panic exist.
Legal Proceedings Underway
On Monday, Warsaw’s District Court extended Volodymyr Z.’s arrest by fourteen days, following an indictment request for one hundred days. Ukrainian lawyer Tymoteusz Paprocki said they would file an appeal and that his client should answer freely.
German Suspicion and Potential Transfer
German authorities allege the suspect committed constitutional sabotage, property destruction, and the Nord Stream pipeline blast—crimes punishable by up to fifteen years in prison. The Ukrainian denies any involvement.
