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The Bishkek City Hall Warns About Fraudsters Acting on Behalf of Officials
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The Bishkek City Hall Warns About Fraudsters Acting on Behalf of Officials

Cases of fraud have been recorded in Bishkek, where criminals impersonate city hall officials. This was reported by the local administration. According to the city hall, there have been instances where unknown individuals posed as Chyngyz Kemelbekov, the deputy director of the Department of Individual Housing Construction and Urban Development. They demanded money from citizens, claiming it was related to allegedly submitted applications for the legalization of land plots.

14.02.2026, 14:58
The GKNB detained an investigator from the Ministry of Internal Affairs for concealing a gang rape in Kemin
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The GKNB detained an investigator from the Ministry of Internal Affairs for concealing a gang rape in Kemin

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB) reported the detention of the head of the Investigative Service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Kemin District, located in the Chui Region. According to the special service, the operation was conducted jointly with the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs as part of the fight against corruption in law enforcement agencies.

14.02.2026, 14:50
In Suusamyr, 55 people are searching for a man missing under an avalanche
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In Suusamyr, 55 people are searching for a man missing under an avalanche

Search efforts for a man who disappeared under a snow avalanche in the Suusamyr Valley are ongoing in the Chui region. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 55 people are currently participating in the search operation on the Boroondy pasture in the Jayil district. Among them are 24 rescuers from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 28 local government employees, one representative from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and two relatives of the missing person.

14.02.2026, 14:38
Promised to deliver an iPhone in an hour. A fraudster was caught in Osh.
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Promised to deliver an iPhone in an hour. A fraudster was caught in Osh.

Police officers in Osh, as part of the operational and preventive campaign "Bandit," detained a suspect in a series of fraudulent activities. According to sources in the city's Internal Affairs Department, a 26-year-old man named A. уулу А., born in 1999, was detained, who previously had legal issues. Photo of the Internal Affairs Department According to law enforcement agencies, the suspect exploited the trust of citizens by promising to purchase new smartphones for them at

14.02.2026, 14:36
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In Bishkek, suspects in Range Rover fraud have been detained

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, a citizen named Sh.B. approached the October District Prosecutor's Office. He reported that on September 16, 2025, two of his acquaintances, M.A. and T.A., convinced him to temporarily hand over his 2019 Range Rover, promising to sell it. However, it later turned out that they sold the car and appropriated the proceeds.

14.02.2026, 14:35
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In Osh, suspects in extortion posing as bloggers have been detained

In Osh, two suspects have been arrested for extortion, posing as bloggers and threatening their victim with the publication of compromising videos. This information was provided by the city’s law enforcement officers. A 22-year-old local resident named A. B. reported to the authorities that unknown individuals were demanding money from him under the threat of distributing a video recording.

14.02.2026, 14:04
Investigator of the GKNB detained for concealing a gang rape in Kemine
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Investigator of the GKNB detained for concealing a gang rape in Kemine

The detention of the head of the Investigative Department of the Internal Affairs of the Kemin District in the Chui Region became known thanks to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. A special operation was carried out jointly with the Internal Investigations Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as part of efforts to combat corruption in law enforcement agencies.

14.02.2026, 13:57
Two residents of Osh blackmailed a man with compromising video.
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Two residents of Osh blackmailed a man with compromising video.

In the city of Osh, law enforcement officers detained two young men suspected of extortion. The information was provided by the press service of the Osh Internal Affairs Department. According to available data, a 19-year-old local resident, A.B., reported to the police that he was attacked by unknown individuals who introduced themselves as bloggers. They threatened to publish a video with compromising content if he did not pay them money.

14.02.2026, 13:51
Istanbul: Apartment of the decapitated citizen of Uzbekistan concealed a second victim
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Istanbul: Apartment of the decapitated citizen of Uzbekistan concealed a second victim

In Istanbul, where the decapitated body of Uzbek citizen Durdona Hakimova was found in January, investigative authorities have uncovered another murder also linked to this apartment. This was reported by local media, citing the Turkish newspaper Haberturk and "Azattyk". Investigators found that 32-year-old Saiyera Ergashalieva arrived in Turkey on December 28, 2025, and stopped communicating with her relatives on January 23. According to surveillance camera footage, she was last seen

14.02.2026, 13:31
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a robbery at the "Globus" parking lot has been detained

According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Sverdlovsk District, on January 4, 2026, a citizen named Ы. К. reported to law enforcement authorities. He stated that on the same day at approximately 05:30, he was attacked by unknown individuals in the parking lot of the "Globus" store, who inflicted bodily harm on him and stole 10,000 soms, as well as a video recorder worth about 5,000 soms. After the incident, the perpetrators fled the scene. Based on

14.02.2026, 13:23
Blackmailing bloggers arrested in Osh while receiving $500
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Blackmailing bloggers arrested in Osh while receiving $500

Two young men were detained in Osh on suspicion of extortion. They posed as bloggers and threatened the victim with the dissemination of compromising videos. This was reported by the local department of internal affairs. A 22-year-old resident of the city contacted law enforcement, stating that certain individuals, identifying themselves as bloggers, demanded money from him, threatening to publish inappropriate videos on social media.

14.02.2026, 13:16
In Osh, a man posed as a police officer and extorted money.
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In Osh, a man posed as a police officer and extorted money.

A fraudster was detained in Osh for posing as a police officer, suspected of extorting money from the owner of a massage parlor. According to information provided by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, this individual acted in conjunction with his accomplices, pretending to be a representative of law enforcement agencies.

14.02.2026, 12:54
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a $57,000 fraud has been detained.

In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud was detained, who, as law enforcement agencies found out, deceitfully acquired an amount of $57,000. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk district of the capital. According to the police data, on February 10, 2026, a woman named Sh. Ch. approached them with a statement. She reported that on February 5 at 12:30 at the corner of J. Bokonbaev and Yu. Abdrakhmanov streets, an unfamiliar man, introducing himself as B., under the

14.02.2026, 12:32
The State Committee for National Security detained the organizer of the "black pawnshop": documents and weapons seized
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The State Committee for National Security detained the organizer of the "black pawnshop": documents and weapons seized

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the termination of the operations of an illegal "black pawnshop" engaged in usury. According to information from the special service, on February 12, a citizen named A.A.T. was detained, suspected of providing loans at excessively high interest rates without the necessary permits.

14.02.2026, 11:55
Series of searches in the Ak-Suisky district: drugs seized
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Series of searches in the Ak-Suisky district: drugs seized

A criminal case under Article 283 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic has been initiated in Ak-Suu, according to information provided by law enforcement agencies. On February 12, 2026, employees of the Department of Internal Affairs, together with the Drug Control Department of the Issyk-Kul region, conducted a series of searches in the Ak-Suu district.

14.02.2026, 11:54
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In Osh, fake police officers burst into a massage parlor and stole money

An incident occurred in one of the massage parlors in the city of Osh, during which three men, who identified themselves as police officers, conducted an illegal search. This was reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to available information, the criminals, who did not show any identification, behaved aggressively towards the owner of the establishment. As a result, they stole 32,000 soms and then demanded additional money.

14.02.2026, 11:53
In Osh, a fake police officer was detained: extorted money from the salon owner
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In Osh, a fake police officer was detained: extorted money from the salon owner

In Osh, an incident occurred involving the detention of a man who, posing as a police officer, extorted money from the owner of a massage parlor. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to reports, three individuals entered the establishment, claiming to be police officers, but did not show any identification. They conducted an illegal search and displayed aggression towards the owner.

14.02.2026, 11:07
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Fight in a Bishkek Club: Four Sent to the Temporary Detention Facility and Fined

On January 10, 2026, in Bishkek, at one of the clubs on Sukhbaatar Street, a report was received about a fight that had occurred. The press service of the Oktyabrsky District Internal Affairs Department provided this information. The incident has been recorded in the Incident Registration Journal (IRJ), and a preliminary investigation is currently underway.

14.02.2026, 10:42
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In Bishkek, fines for littering were issued based on camera footage amounting to 17,000 soms.

With the help of video cameras, the municipal inspection of the Bishkek mayor's office is actively identifying cases of violations of landscaping rules. According to information provided by the capital's mayor's office, on February 11, 2026, a violation was recorded on Chaldovarskaya Street — unauthorized waste disposal. As a result of the inspection, a protocol was drawn up under part 1 of Article 115 of the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the imposed fine amounted

14.02.2026, 09:18
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The girl claimed that her police officer brother beat her. But he doesn't work there.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a girl reported to law enforcement that her brother is beating her. Information about this incident was received by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to available data, the police received a signal that the brother was inflicting bodily harm on his sister, while claiming that he is a police officer.

13.02.2026, 19:14
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In Bishkek, a man was arrested for three days for beating his own sister

In Bishkek, a man was detained for a period of three days in connection with a domestic violence incident. This was reported by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department. According to their information, a signal was received by the "102" service indicating that a man was hitting his sister on Fuchik Street in front of passersby. The caller also claimed that this person was a law enforcement officer.

13.02.2026, 18:52
Restrictions for heavy vehicles introduced at the Too-Ashuu pass
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Restrictions for heavy vehicles introduced at the Too-Ashuu pass

Since 17:40, a temporary restriction on the passage of heavy trucks has been introduced on the Bishkek — Osh highway, in the area of the Too-Ashuu pass. This decision is related to the need to ensure road safety. According to the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, road services are working around the clock to ensure safe traffic. In areas where difficult weather conditions are observed, work is being carried out to sprinkle the roads with inert materials to prevent

13.02.2026, 17:47
Driver Robbed in the Parking Lot of "Globus" in Bishkek
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Driver Robbed in the Parking Lot of "Globus" in Bishkek

The criminals stole money and a dashcam An incident of robbery occurred in the parking lot of the 'Globus' store in Bishkek. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Sverdlovsk district. According to law enforcement agencies, on January 4, 2026, a citizen identified as Ы.К. filed a report with the Internal Affairs Department, stating that around 05:30 he was attacked by unknown individuals in the parking lot. As a result of the attack, he sustained bodily injuries

13.02.2026, 16:54
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In Kyrgyzstan, the threat of avalanches remains

A storm warning has been issued by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to information from the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, from February 13 to 16, there is a risk of avalanches in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan. In high-altitude zones, snow drifts are expected, and icy conditions may occur on the roads, worsening travel conditions.

13.02.2026, 16:04
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The Torcken - Toluk - Sary-Kamysh highway closed due to an avalanche.

Today, at approximately 15:15, an avalanche occurred on the 25th kilometer of the Torken — Toluk — Sary-Kamysh highway, located in the Toktogul district of the Jalal-Abad region. As a result of this incident, traffic on the road has been temporarily suspended, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary information, no injuries have been reported as a result of the incident.

13.02.2026, 15:36
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The Bishkek City Hall Reveals Financial Violations in the Sports School "Dolphin"

As part of an audit conducted by the Bishkek City Hall, financial violations were discovered in the activities of the municipal institution "Specialized Children and Youth Olympic Reserve School for Swimming, Modern Pentathlon, Fencing, Triathlon, and Judo 'Dolphin'." This was reported by the press service of the capital's municipality. The audit revealed discrepancies in financial discipline, as well as violations of the current legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic in

13.02.2026, 15:27
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The court changed the decision in the case of Kanyshay Mamyrkulova. Her probation period was shortened.

A new decision has been made by the Bishkek City Court regarding the case of journalist Kanyshai Mamyrkulova, resulting in a reduction of her probation period. This was reported by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova in her post. During the consideration of the case, Mamyrkulova was acquitted under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which pertains to inciting interregional hostility, but was found guilty under Article 278, Part 3, concerning calls for mass riots.

13.02.2026, 15:22
In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a young man during a search.
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In the Issyk-Ata District, synthetic drugs were found on a young man during a search.

Law enforcement officers seized 10 packets of "Alpha-PVP" A young man was detained in the Issyk-Ata district, during a search synthetic drugs were found. This information was provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. On February 11, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district regarding the storage and distribution of drugs in one of the houses in the village of Novopokrovka. The investigative-operational group

13.02.2026, 15:18
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In Bishkek, three units were deployed to extinguish a fire in a store

In the Lenin district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred involving a fire in a store. According to preliminary data, the fire broke out on the roof of the commercial premises located on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, three fire crews and an operational headquarters were dispatched to the scene. Currently, information about the victims and the causes of the fire is being clarified.

13.02.2026, 15:08
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Landslide on the road to Toktogul Hydroelectric Station

In the Jalal-Abad region, in Kara-Kul, a landslide occurred that covered the internal access road leading to the Toktogul Hydroelectric Power Station. The volume of fallen stones amounted to about 105 cubic meters, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency, the road is temporarily closed; however, there is an alternative route available. No injuries have been reported as a result of the incident.

13.02.2026, 14:29
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A puddle formed so large that cars nearly drowned. Photos and videos

Today, February 13, heavy rains occurred in the capital, as reported earlier by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. As a result, the parking lot in the center of Bishkek, located at 214 Abdrahmanov Street, was flooded. Eyewitnesses shared videos of the incident on the platform Kaktus.media.

13.02.2026, 13:40
Video of the brutal shooting of dogs in Bishkek caused public outcry
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Video of the brutal shooting of dogs in Bishkek caused public outcry

A video has surfaced on social media showing employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" shooting dogs on one of the streets of Bishkek. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred after neighbors complained about a large number of dogs belonging to one woman. Unknown individuals arrived at her home without identifying themselves, lacking any documents, and without a court order. They climbed over the fence of the private property and opened fire on its territory.

13.02.2026, 13:25
Those detained over the appeal for early presidential elections were sent to SIZO-1.
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Those detained over the appeal for early presidential elections were sent to SIZO-1.

The decision on the preventive measure was made by the First May District Court Five citizens detained after a group of scientists and politicians appealed to the president and the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh calling for early presidential elections have been sent to SIZO-1. The duration of their stay in the isolation facility is set until April 10, as reported by the First May District Court of Bishkek. The detainees in the case related to the organization of mass riots are: - A.K.S., born

13.02.2026, 13:07
During the raid "Bandit," drugs were found on a resident of Talas
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During the raid "Bandit," drugs were found on a resident of Talas

During the operation "Bandit," law enforcement agencies of the Talas region conducted a raid, during which a suspicious package containing a dark-colored substance wrapped in plastic was found on one of the residents. This discovery was reported by the press service of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate.

13.02.2026, 12:20
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Appeal for Early Presidential Elections. Five People Sent to Pretrial Detention Center

By the decision of the court of the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, Bekbolot Talgarbekov, Emil Uzakbaev, Kurmanbek Dyikanbaev, Kursan Asanov, and Aaly Karashev ended up in the pre-trial detention center. This information was confirmed by the editorial office of Kaktus.media in the judicial instances. On February 12, the investigating judge reviewed the request of the investigative service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding the detention of the mentioned

13.02.2026, 11:52
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"Letter 75". The detainees have been placed in SIZO-1

According to the press service of the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek, on February 12, the court decided to remand in custody individuals detained in connection with the case of organizing mass riots. This information was confirmed to the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" on February 13. Thus, the following individuals will be held in pre-trial detention center No. 1 until April 10:

13.02.2026, 11:35
Three Suspects in Robbery Detained in Chui Region
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Three Suspects in Robbery Detained in Chui Region

In the Chuy region, law enforcement agencies have detained three young men suspected of robbery. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region. According to the police, two residents of Bishkek reported to the Department of Internal Affairs of the Alamudun district on February 10, stating that on February 7, while in a field near the village of Lenin, they became victims of an attack. Unknown individuals inflicted bodily harm on

13.02.2026, 11:28
Poachers Detected in Issyk-Kul Region, Weapons Seized
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Poachers Detected in Issyk-Kul Region, Weapons Seized

In the Issyk-Kul region, checks are being conducted by law enforcement agencies as part of operational and preventive measures called "Arsenal." According to information provided by the police, the main objective of these measures is to prevent offenses related to firearms and to combat poaching in the region.

13.02.2026, 11:22
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The state has returned a plot of 2,780 square meters in the city of Osh.

As a result of the lawsuit filed by the territorial administration for Osh and the region, as well as the land and water supervision service under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, a land plot of 2780 square meters was returned to the state. This was reported by the relevant agency. According to the information, the plot, located in the southern capital, had previously been transferred to private individuals based on a decision by the Administrative Court of

13.02.2026, 11:19
Suspect in Robbery Detained in Bishkek
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Suspect in Robbery Detained in Bishkek

A criminal case has been initiated in Bishkek regarding a robbery, as a result of which a suspect has been detained. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital. According to the information received, the incident occurred on January 4. A citizen named Ы.К. reported to the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department that around 5:30 AM, a group of people attacked him in the parking lot of the "Globus" store, inflicting bodily harm

13.02.2026, 11:15
Three Young People Detained in Chuy Region on Suspicion of Robbery
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Three Young People Detained in Chuy Region on Suspicion of Robbery

On February 10, two residents of Bishkek approached the internal affairs department of the Alamudun district: K.H., born in 2004, and K.B., born in 2006. They reported an attack by unknown individuals, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chuy region. According to the applicants, the incident occurred on February 7 in a field near the village of Lenin. There, unknown individuals inflicted bodily harm on them and seized their belongings, including

13.02.2026, 10:50