The Chelm Local Prosecutor’s Office in Poland is investigating the dumping of grain from Ukrainian trucks near the Dorohusk border crossing. This incident, suspected to be linked to a protest by Polish farmers, carries the possibility of up to 5 years in prison for individuals found responsible for property damage and customs security violations, Farmer.pl reports referring to PAP.

The Polish farmers’ protests follow a recent two-month blockade by Polish truckers at major border crossings, attempting to address local issues by disrupting imports to and exports from Ukraine, a nation currently facing the challenges of the all-out war and Russia’s genocide. 

Agnieszka Kępka, spokesperson for the Lublin District Prosecutor’s Office, confirmed the investigation, highlighting its focus on property damage and customs violations. The inquiry includes witness interviews and gathering evidence from CCTV and transport documentation.

The investigation, led by the Chelm District Prosecutor’s Office, could result in serious penalties, including a maximum of five years behind bars. Ukrainian authorities, including the Ministry of Agriculture and Foreign Affairs, have condemned the incident, urging accountability for those involved. Ukrainian Ambassador to Poland, Vasyl Zvarych, has called on Polish authorities to swiftly address the matter.