United StatesIllinois, United States
SBU-linked Ukrainian arrested in US with drugs
Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 13:02 UTC · 1 source
A Ukrainian national, Ivan Kuchuk, has been arrested in the United States on drug trafficking charges. He was detained by Illinois State Police while allegedly in possession of 45 kilograms of methamphetamine, valued at approximately $3.6 million. Kuchuk reportedly told police that Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) assisted him in leaving the country. He now faces a potential prison sentence of up to 30 years.
Key Details
Suspect: Ivan Kuchuk
Seizure: 45 kg of methamphetamine
Estimated value: $3.6 million
Potential sentence: Up to 30 years
Sources
Cycle: Wednesday, 15 April 2026 at 13:02 UTC · First reported: 5h ago