In the Chui region, a dropper was detained as part of an investigation into internet fraud.
According to information from the regional police department, on March 8, a man born in 1987 reported to law enforcement that he had fallen victim to a scam: unknown individuals convinced him via the WhatsApp messenger to transfer money for 25.5 tons of corn.
As a result, the victim transferred 612 thousand soms to the bank cards of two individuals, but the goods were never received.
A criminal case has been initiated under Article 209-1 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During operational-search activities, police officers were able to identify one of the suspects—a man born in 1988. He was detained and placed in a temporary detention facility.
The investigation revealed that the detainee had provided third parties with his bank card information, which allowed them to misuse his details.
Currently, the search for other participants in this scheme is ongoing. The investigation continues.
The Chui regional police department reminds citizens that transferring bank cards, SIM cards, and other electronic means to third parties is a criminally punishable act.
