Prosecutors said the videos featuring former Ukrainian judge Mykola Chaus, which have been disseminated in the public sphere, are being examined by the prosecution bodies and investigators handling this case of kidnapping, IPN reports.

According to the Prosecutor’s Office for Organized Crime and Special Cases, the investigation into this case goes on and the two suspects are under arrest. New information will be provided when relevant data become available.

Former Ukrainian judge Mykola Chaus said he is alive, healthy, feels fine and is safe now. In a video published on Telegram, the ex-judge noted he cannot say where he is, but has to inform about his condition as many try to speculate on his alleged kidnapping and the people can guess to whom this is suitable. “Those involved were afraid and are afraid that I will come back and will start to speak. I thank my friends who helped me avoid jail and certain death,” said Mykola Chaus.