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State Notary of Issyk-Kul District Detained
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State Notary of Issyk-Kul District Detained

She is accused of illegal fundraising activities. A notary named K.K.K., born in 1976, has been detained in the Issyk-Kul region. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to information from law enforcement, the woman charged fees for notarial services, but the amounts she demanded significantly exceeded the established rates for state duties. Furthermore, she violated the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic by receiving cash

07.04.2026, 19:35
A sentence was handed down to those who organized the sale of children from Kyrgyzstan.
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A sentence was handed down to those who organized the sale of children from Kyrgyzstan.

Long prison sentences and confiscation of property await those guilty of the crime. A recent verdict was issued against a criminal group involved in the sale of children from Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). It became known that in September 2024, as part of a criminal case initiated under Article 167 "Child Trafficking" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, a citizen of the Republic of Kazakhstan "A.A."

07.04.2026, 18:52
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The court issued a ruling in the case of selling children and their intimate photos abroad.

The Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek has completed the examination of a case related to the sale of three minor children and the commission of immoral acts with them. The press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that a verdict has been issued. The criminal case was opened in September 2024 under Article 167 "Child Trafficking" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, after a scheme for the illegal export of children outside the

07.04.2026, 17:44
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Children were sold and subjected to debauchery: a verdict was issued for the defendants in Bishkek

The court in Bishkek has issued a ruling in a case related to child trafficking and immoral acts against minors. This information was provided by the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (GKNB). Special services reported that in September 2024, during the investigation, a citizen of Kazakhstan, A.A., and a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, S.S., were detained. They are suspected of organizing a stable channel for the illegal export of children outside the country.

07.04.2026, 17:29
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The State Security Service detained a state notary.

According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), state notary K. K. K., born in 1976, has been detained on suspicion of abuse of office. This individual regularly accepted cash for notarial services, the amount of which significantly exceeded the established tariff scale of the state duty. The facts of such actions violate the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Notaries," as well as the Government Resolution

07.04.2026, 17:27
Judge of the Alameddin District Court promised to help avoid prison for $26,000
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Judge of the Alameddin District Court promised to help avoid prison for $26,000

The deal did not go through, and upon returning part of the sum, he was arrested. A judge has been detained in the Alamudun district, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the agency, the judge with the initials "Sh.B.Z." promised to help citizen "T.M.T." with his court case, which included evading imprisonment. For this, he received 26 thousand US dollars but was unable to fulfill his obligations. During the

07.04.2026, 17:11
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A Kyrgyzstani Sold Three Minors for Child Pornography, - State Committee for National Security

On March 12, 2023, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek issued a verdict in a case related to the organization of a sustainable channel for the illegal export of minors from Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) on April 7. During the investigation, initiated under Article 167 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Child Trafficking"), Kyrgyz citizen S.S. and Kazakh citizen A.A. were detained.

07.04.2026, 16:54
State Notary Detained at Issyk-Kul. Charged Fees for Services Above State Duty
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State Notary Detained at Issyk-Kul. Charged Fees for Services Above State Duty

The state notary from the Issyk-Kul region was detained on suspicion of abuse of office. This was reported by representatives of the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to available information, notary K.K. regularly accepted cash for her services, with amounts exceeding the established state duties.

07.04.2026, 16:33
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Law enforcement detained a judge of the Alamudun District Court

A corruption scheme was uncovered in the judicial system of the Chui region of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). According to the agency, a judge of the Alamudun District Court, known as Sh. B. Zh., used his official position to guarantee assistance in issuing a ruling that did not involve imprisonment, for which he received $26,000 from a citizen identified as T. M. T. However, he was unable to influence

07.04.2026, 15:59
Judge in Chuy Region Caught Taking Bribe: $26,000 for Verdict
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Judge in Chuy Region Caught Taking Bribe: $26,000 for Verdict

The judge of the Alamedin District Court in the Chui region has become the subject of an investigation by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan, which detained him on suspicion of corrupt activities. Special services reported the incident. According to the investigation, the judge with the initials Sh.B.Z. used his official position, promising citizen T.M.T. assistance in delivering a verdict not related to imprisonment. For his services, he requested $26,000.

07.04.2026, 15:14
Deadly "spice" in Balakchy: police detained a gang of drug dealers
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Deadly "spice" in Balakchy: police detained a gang of drug dealers

Police officers in Balakchy detained a group of individuals involved in the production and sale of synthetic drugs. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Photo by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Detained gang members According to the agency, in March 2026, four cases of poisoning related to the use of synthetic drugs were recorded in Balakchy, one of which resulted in death. Based on the collected data, a criminal case was opened under Article 282 of the

07.04.2026, 15:13
Pickpocket stole 450,000 soms from a jacket in a cafe in Bishkek
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Pickpocket stole 450,000 soms from a jacket in a cafe in Bishkek

The detained individual had a criminal record and was registered with law enforcement authorities. In the "Gurman" cafe, located on Suymbaeva Street in Bishkek, a robbery occurred, during which 450,000 soms were stolen from a jacket. The incident was recorded on March 27, 2026, as reported by representatives of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. Police officers identified the suspect as A.O., who has been convicted multiple times and is on record. After his arrest, it was

07.04.2026, 14:26
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Prosecutor General's Office: In 2025, 103 criminal cases were initiated for violations of land legislation

On April 7, at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Law and Order, Prosecutor General Maksat Asanaliev presented the results of supervisory activities regarding compliance with land legislation in 2025. He noted that as a result of the inspections, 3,277 violations were identified. Based on this data, 1,218 acts of prosecutorial response were drawn up, and 103 criminal cases were initiated, along with 516 lawsuits filed in court.

07.04.2026, 14:25
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Pickpocket with "experience": a suspect in a series of thefts was detained in Bishkek

Police officers in Bishkek have detained a person who may be involved in a series of pickpocket thefts. This information was announced by the press service of the capital's Department of Internal Affairs on April 7. A report to the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs was received from a local resident A.K., who stated that on March 27, at the "Gourmet" café located on Suyumbaeva Street, unknown individuals stole 450,000 soms from his clothing pocket. After that,

07.04.2026, 14:11
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The condition of the serviceman involved in the accident is stable but serious; a neurosurgeon has been dispatched to him, - Border Service

An accident involving a serviceman of the State Border Service occurred in the Leilek district. According to the Border Service, the incident happened on April 4 at 08:30, when a group of servicemen from the Leilek border detachment was heading to the "Kairagach" outpost in a service vehicle, a "UAZ-Pickup." On the Ak-Suu — Razzakov road, Private N.D.N., born in 2004 (drafted in the fall of 2025), fell out of the vehicle's cargo area.

07.04.2026, 14:10
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Suspect in Car Fraud Detained in Bishkek

According to information received from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a person suspected of committing fraud was detained on April 6. The incident that led to the detention occurred on April 5, when one of the capital's residents reported to the police about being deceived. He stated that he had handed over three cars of the "KIA" brand for sale: a "KIA K8," a "KIA Carnival," and a "KIA Sorento," with a

07.04.2026, 14:09
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In the Batken region, the GKNB detained a suspect with ties to international terrorist organizations.

On April 1, a person suspected of having connections with international terrorist groups was detained in the Batken region, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) reported on April 6. The investigation claims that Y.V. adheres to the ideology of radical terrorist organizations and seeks to establish a caliphate in Central Asia. While working abroad, he fell under the influence of recruiters who finance terrorist activities.

07.04.2026, 14:08
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The thief stole a wallet from a girl while she was distracted.

According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, a suspect in a number of thefts was arrested on April 7. A resident of the capital reported to the police on March 2, stating that on March 1, around six in the evening, her clutch containing 17,000 soms was stolen from her bag at the "Dordoy Plaza-2" shopping center.

07.04.2026, 13:56
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Citizen who served in Batken was involved in a traffic accident, - deputy

At the meeting of the Social Issues Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on April 6, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva shared alarming news: citizen D. N., who was serving in the Batken region, was involved in a traffic accident. His condition is assessed as serious. The deputy called on the Ministry of Health to provide the necessary assistance to the victim, considering that the incident occurred during his service in the military unit. She emphasized the need for urgent action, including the involvement

07.04.2026, 13:53
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Employee of the State National Security Committee, suspected of abuse of office, suspended during the investigation

On April 6, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the temporary suspension of its employee, B.R., from his position in connection with an ongoing investigation. The situation escalated after a resident of Bishkek, Aimeerim Omurzakova, expressed her dissatisfaction with the actions of the employee on social media, accusing him of pressuring her family.

07.04.2026, 13:48
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The number of scooter accidents has sharply increased in Bishkek.

According to the Traffic Safety Department of the Bishkek City Police, in 2025, there were 682 traffic accidents involving scooters registered in Kyrgyzstan. Compared to 2024, the number of such incidents in Bishkek increased by 289. The number of injured rose from 438 to 756 people, while the number of fatalities increased from 7 to 14.

07.04.2026, 13:42
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Bishkek Police Conducted Large-Scale Raids: Over 350 Taken to Police Stations

During the weekend, Bishkek became a site for intensified activities aimed at maintaining public order, as reported on April 6 by the press service of the capital's police. More than 1,000 law enforcement officers participated in the operation, conducting raids in areas with a high concentration of people, such as nightclubs, shopping and entertainment centers, and parks.

07.04.2026, 13:33
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Driver in a "Lada Four" staged a show live, fleeing from the patrol.

On April 6, the press service of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate reported a violation of traffic rules in Bishkek. On the night of April 4, around 11:00 PM, patrol officers attempted to stop a "Lada 21140" that was observed violating public order. However, the driver chose to ignore the demands and began to flee.

07.04.2026, 13:25
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Wanted: 17-year-old Sanjar Nurlanov

On April 6, the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department reported the search for Sanjar Nurlanov Saparovich, born in 2009. According to available information, the young man went missing on April 4, when he left his home located on Shabdan Baatyra Street around six in the evening and did not return. His mother contacted law enforcement only on April 6.

07.04.2026, 13:23
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In Bishkek, after a chase, patrol officers caught a Lexus driver — he was drunk

In Bishkek, patrol service officers detained a driver of a Lexus LX470 who was under the influence of alcohol. This information was released on April 7 by the press service of the Patrol Police. According to the department's data, the driver did not comply with the legal requirement to stop and attempted to evade pursuit. However, his vehicle was stopped.

07.04.2026, 13:21
Thief stole a clutch with money at the "Dordoy Plaza-2" shopping center in Bishkek
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Thief stole a clutch with money at the "Dordoy Plaza-2" shopping center in Bishkek

A suspect in several thefts has been detained In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement agencies have detained a man suspected of thefts, as reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. According to the information from the agency, the incident occurred on March 1, 2026, when a citizen D.K. filed a complaint with the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. The woman reported that around 6:00 PM in the ‘Dordoy Plaza-2’ shopping center, unknown individuals secretly

07.04.2026, 12:23
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Drunk Lexus 470 Driver Tried to Escape from UPSM Inspectors

During a raid in Bishkek, the officers of the UPSM stopped a Lexus 470 vehicle. According to the information from the agency's press service, the driver did not comply with the legal requirement to stop and attempted to evade the pursuit. However, as a result of the chase, the vehicle was found and stopped. An inspection revealed that the man was in a state of alcoholic intoxication, which was confirmed by the results of a medical examination. Initially, the detainee claimed that he did

07.04.2026, 11:48
In Bishkek, a woman with children jumped out of a window. Her husband was sent to pre-trial detention.
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In Bishkek, a woman with children jumped out of a window. Her husband was sent to pre-trial detention.

According to information provided by the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, a man whose wife jumped out of a window with their two children has been placed in a detention center for two months. It became known that on April 6, 2026, the Lenin District Court of Bishkek granted the request of the investigative department of the Lenin District Internal Affairs. A. M. A. was arrested until June 4, 2026. The tragedy occurred on April 4 at 17:10, when two minor children and their mother, born in 1999, fell

07.04.2026, 11:44
Another convict in the "Crocus" terrorist case attempted suicide
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Another convict in the "Crocus" terrorist case attempted suicide

Jabrail Aushev, one of the convicts in the 'Krokus' terrorist case, attempted to commit suicide. In the 'Krasnaya Presnya' pre-trial detention center, doctors responded promptly and were able to save him. Photo from the archive. Jabrail Aushev, convicted in the 'Krokus' terrorist case, attempted to take his own life

07.04.2026, 11:41
The wife of the woman who fell from the 6th floor of a building with children has been arrested until June 4.
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The wife of the woman who fell from the 6th floor of a building with children has been arrested until June 4.

The husband of the woman who fell with her children from the 6th floor in the "Jal" microdistrict has been detained until June 4. This decision was made by the Bishkek City Court. On April 6, 2026, the Lenin District Court granted a request from the investigative department of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Directorate, resulting in a preventive measure of arrest being applied to citizen A.M.A. until June 4, 2026.

07.04.2026, 11:08
In Bishkek, a drunk driver was arrested after a chase
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In Bishkek, a drunk driver was arrested after a chase

The police officers of the capital detained a Lexus 470 driver who was under the influence of alcohol. This was reported by the press service of the Department of Internal Affairs. The issue of revoking his driver's license will be decided in court, to which the case materials have been sent.

07.04.2026, 10:57
In the kennel in Maevka, unknown individuals staged a massacre, shooting dogs and strangling the survivors.
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In the kennel in Maevka, unknown individuals staged a massacre, shooting dogs and strangling the survivors.

The owner of the kennel discovered the yard covered in blood, and the bodies of the animals had been taken away by the criminals. Shocking video footage capturing the brutal attack on a private kennel in Maevka by unknown individuals is actively being discussed on social media. According to Tatiana Kudlai, the owner of the kennel, she was deceived into leaving her home, and at that moment, a group of people entered the premises and opened fire on the dogs. The surviving animals were strangled

07.04.2026, 10:49
In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of thefts has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of thefts has been detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reports the detention of a suspect in several thefts. According to information, on March 2, 2026, a local resident named D.K. filed a theft report at the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department.

07.04.2026, 10:35
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Former head of the transport department of the Bishkek mayor's office released from custody

The decision to soften the preventive measure for Uezbaev was made by the October District Court of Bishkek. The information was received by the editorial office of Kaktus.media from representatives of the Bishkek City Court. According to the data, on April 3, the judge ruled to release the former official from custody, replacing it with house arrest. In March 2025, during the investigation of the criminal case, it was revealed that during the implementation of the ASUDD project, employees of

07.04.2026, 10:23
In Batken, a man who fell into a well was rescued
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In Batken, a man who fell into a well was rescued

On April 6 at 16:44, the Ministry of Emergency Situations received a report that in the city of Batken, on "March 8" street, a 65-year-old resident had fallen into a water well located in the yard of his house. The information was provided by the press service of the agency.

07.04.2026, 09:44
Attack on Iran. Tehran rejected the US proposal for a temporary ceasefire.
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Attack on Iran. Tehran rejected the US proposal for a temporary ceasefire.

Iran has rejected the United States' proposal for a temporary ceasefire, stating that they are only ready for a complete end to the conflict with a guarantee that they will not be attacked again. This statement was made by Mojtaba Ferdowsi-Pour, head of the Iranian diplomatic mission in Cairo, in an interview with the Associated Press.

07.04.2026, 09:30
In Batken, a pensioner fell into a well: rescuers pulled him out in 5 minutes
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In Batken, a pensioner fell into a well: rescuers pulled him out in 5 minutes

On April 6, an incident occurred in Batken involving a 65-year-old man who fell into a well in the yard of his home. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The event happened at 16:44 on 8 Marta Street. Soon after the incident, rescuers from the third separate search and rescue team arrived at the scene.

07.04.2026, 09:28
A Minor Has Gone Missing in Bishkek
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A Minor Has Gone Missing in Bishkek

The boy went missing three days ago In the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, law enforcement agencies are searching for a missing minor, as reported by the press service of the local internal affairs department. According to law enforcement, on April 6, 2026, N.G. contacted the internal affairs department for assistance in searching for her son, 14-year-old Nurlanova Sanjar Saparovich, who disappeared on April 4 around 6:00 PM after leaving his home on Shabdan Baatyra Street. This incident has

07.04.2026, 09:04
Head of the Naryn branch of the state institution "Unaa" detained, brother of the former head of the GKNB in Bishkek
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Head of the Naryn branch of the state institution "Unaa" detained, brother of the former head of the GKNB in Bishkek

Charges of corruption and illegal enrichment have been brought against Aivar Jakypbek uulu. Yesterday, Aivar Jakypbek uulu was detained, who holds the position of head of the Naryn regional office of the state institution 'Unaa'. According to information obtained from sources in law enforcement agencies, his detention occurred as part of an investigation into a criminal case related to financial abuses and illegal accumulation of property. It should be noted that Aivar is the brother

07.04.2026, 07:51