13 years of promises: who is really the initiator of the scandalous Barsky residential complex?
The Man Behind the Curtain: Investigation into the Scandalous Developer and His Secret Partner
On November 4, 2025, the Vinnytsia City Court considered the case of the well-known developer Volodymyr Khomenko, who found himself at the center of a scandal due to four criminal proceedings. The threat of a sewage leak, contaminated land, millions in losses, and discontent among residents – this is what accompanied this case.
But in the courtroom, people asked the same question: how was Khomenko able to work for more than 13 years without the necessary documents, and who is behind his impunity? The answer is simple: behind every developer like Khomenko, there is a person who provides land, financial resources, and controls the entire scheme.
This investigation concerns Petro Oleksandrovych Mrishchuk – the owner of the plots under the “Barsky” residential complex and the “EkoDim” trademark, which is Khomenko’s financial partner.
Chapter 1: Who is Oleksandr Mrishchuk?
Olexandr Petrovych Mrishchuk is a Vinnytsia businessman known for his chain of building materials stores, “EkoDim,” which offers an assortment of over 40,000 products. He is also associated with the “Butterfly” suburban complex, which was under construction when a tragic incident occurred, resulting in the deaths of two people and injuries to others.
At first glance, he appears to be a successful entrepreneur with a legal business, as his stores have been operating since 1991. However, he is not only a supplier of building materials but also a developer who owns the land on which construction of the problematic Barsky residential complex has been underway for 13 years.
Facts to check:
The land for the Barsky residential complex is owned or leased in the long term by structures associated with Mrishchuk (data from the State Geocadastre).
The official website of the Barsky residential complex lists “EkoDim” as a project partner.
According to our data, Mrishchuk is not only the owner but also a financial partner of the project, actively contributing to its functioning.
Question: Why has Oleksandr Mrishchuk been silent about his related attitude to such a project for 13 years?
A partnership that cannot be denied
Evidence #1: Official website of the Barsky Residential Complex
The Barsky website clearly states that EcoDim is a partner responsible for providing infrastructure and communication services.
Since the construction of the Barsky Residential Complex began, the houses have not been connected to a proper sewage system, resulting in serious environmental problems. Question: Why, as a partner, did you allow this situation?
We made an official request to EcoDim and Mrishchuk, but at the time of publication, we did not receive a response.
Evidence #2: Land ownership
According to public registers, the land plots under the Barsky residential complex are controlled by structures associated with Oleksandr Mrishchuk.
Evidence #3: Testimony of sources
Without unnamed sources in the Vinnytsia construction industry, they claim that Mrishchuk is the shadow curator of the project, ensuring its financing and supply.
Shared values
The 13-year partnership cannot be explained by chance alone. Common values unite Mrishchuk and Khomenko:
Selling apartments and receiving investors’ money.
Raising prices and demanding additional payments.
Not fulfilling obligations and extending deadlines.
Construction without proper documents.
Why doesn’t Mrishchuk express dissatisfaction? His silence indicates that he shares this philosophy.
Chapter 4: Housing and Construction Cooperatives
Mrishchuk is also associated with several housing and construction cooperatives that serve as a cover to avoid liability. But they need land, which Mrishchuk is representing.
13 Years of Silence
For more than 13 years, Mrishchuk has never commented on his participation in the Barsky Housing Project or his connections with Khomenko. He avoids publicity while Khomenko receives critical attacks.
Reputational Risks
But now, under the pressure of scandals, Oleksandr Mrishchuk’s reputation is under threat. Every day of silence only increases the question of trust in him as a businessman. Who can be trusted, and who is better not to contact – the answer depends on Mrishchuk himself.
