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A Bishkek resident noticed a "placer" hiding drugs at the gate of his house
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A Bishkek resident noticed a "placer" hiding drugs at the gate of his house

The detention of the "stash maker" became possible thanks to a citizen's report to the police. A person engaged in the illegal distribution of drugs was detained in Bishkek, according to information from the Main Internal Affairs Department. On February 2, a resident of one of the residential complexes contacted the 102 service and reported a suspicious find – presumably narcotic substances that were hidden as a "stash." An investigative operational group from the

24.02.2026, 14:29
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud of 850,000 soms has been detained

On February 24, the press service of the Bishkek City Police reported the detention of a suspect in fraud. On December 12, 2025, a 76-year-old woman living in Bishkek contacted law enforcement authorities. According to her statement, the fraudsters posed as law enforcement officers and deceitfully took her money in the amount of 850,000 soms.

24.02.2026, 14:14
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A resident of the Jayil District had her calf stolen. A suspect has been detained.

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chuy Region reported the arrest of a suspect in cattle theft on February 24. A resident of the village of Fedorovka, located in the Jayil District, reported that a month-old calf had disappeared from her yard on the night of February 22. The damage from the theft amounted to 25,000 soms.

24.02.2026, 14:06
Radical Foreign Preacher Deported from Kyrgyzstan
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Radical Foreign Preacher Deported from Kyrgyzstan

Recently, the activities of a foreign citizen, who was a supporter of radical religious ideology, were suppressed in Kyrgyzstan. According to the press center of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), he planned to create underground cells aimed at recruiting local youth. Security service specialists expelled him from the country and imposed a long-term ban on his re-entry into the republic.

24.02.2026, 14:03
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Residents of Batken are warned about mudslides and landslides: 62 houses at risk

With the arrival of spring, the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations have begun active preventive measures in areas prone to natural disasters. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, rescuers from the Batken region, together with representatives of the local administration, conducted an inspection in the upper part of the Altyn-Beshik rural administration, where there is a threat of landslides, rockfalls, and mudflows.

24.02.2026, 13:59
A landslide is approaching a residential building in Kara-Kuldzha
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A landslide is approaching a residential building in Kara-Kuldzha

In the Kara-Kuldzha area of the Osh region, an old landslide is becoming active. In the village named after Rysbay Abdykadyrov, danger looms over one of the residential houses, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Employees of the Department of Monitoring and Forecasting of Emergency Situations of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, who responded to a signal from the local department, conducted an inspection of the area using GNSS equipment and drones.

24.02.2026, 13:55
In Tokmok, suspects in illegal arms trafficking have been detained
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In Tokmok, suspects in illegal arms trafficking have been detained

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies have detained two suspects in illegal arms trafficking, as reported by the press service of the regional police department. According to law enforcement, on January 19, operational information was received that certain individuals were planning to organize the illegal sale of firearms at the livestock market in Tokmok. This fact became the basis for registering a criminal case at the Tokmok police department under Article 267 (Illegal trafficking of

24.02.2026, 13:52
Counterfeit alcohol and drinks seized in Bishkek stores
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Counterfeit alcohol and drinks seized in Bishkek stores

The identified products were manufactured in China and lacked excise stamps. In Bishkek, during an inspection of several stores, counterfeit alcoholic beverages were discovered. This information was reported by representatives of the State Tax Service. The counterfeit products were found during a raid, during which inspectors checked one of the retail outlets owned by LLC "Chongqing Hogo." In this store, they seized 160 units of alcoholic products without excise stamps, as well as

24.02.2026, 13:32
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Two Suspects in Illegal Arms Trafficking Detained in Tokmok

Two individuals were detained in Tokmok on suspicion of illegal trafficking in weapons and ammunition, reports the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. According to law enforcement, on January 19, information was received about suspicious individuals at the livestock market in Tokmok who might be involved in illegal arms trading.

24.02.2026, 13:30
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In Bishkek, a suspect in a $25,000 fraud has been detained.

On February 24, the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in fraud in Bishkek. A citizen approached the prosecutor's office of the Lenin District, claiming that he had fallen victim to deception. The man stated that he was promised an electric car of the "Kernan" brand, for which the victim paid him $25,000, but did not receive what was promised.

24.02.2026, 13:21
In Bishkek, a "dropper" of psychotropic substances has been detained
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In Bishkek, a "dropper" of psychotropic substances has been detained

The investigation has established that the detained individual was leaving stashes of psychotropics in various locations. The incident occurred on February 2, when the police received a report from residents of one of the new residential complexes about the discovery of a suspicious object. The press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek city disseminated this information. An investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene, where they discovered a package

24.02.2026, 13:19
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The driver was fined 10,000 soms for driving behind an ambulance.

An incident involving a BMW vehicle occurred on the Kant — Bishkek highway, which created a dangerous situation by following an ambulance. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Chui region. At that moment, the ambulance was transporting a patient with serious issues, including acute gastric bleeding and grade II hypovolemic shock. The BMW driver continued to follow the medical vehicle, which posed a threat to road safety.

24.02.2026, 13:16
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Women deceived their way into a Bishkek resident's apartment and stole all her savings

On February 24, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktyabrsky District reported the detention of suspects involved in a series of thefts in Bishkek. A report to the police was received from a city resident who stated that on February 19, around 14:00, women entered her apartment, located in microdistrict 6, using deception. As a result of the theft, the victim lost 120,000 soms, 150 euros, and gold jewelry, including a ring, a wedding band, earrings, and a chain.

24.02.2026, 12:42
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A Bishkek resident noticed a "peddler" hiding drugs at his gate

On February 24, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported the detention of a suspect in the distribution of narcotic substances. The incident occurred on February 2, when one of the residents of the capital contacted the police to report the discovery of what was presumed to be drugs.

24.02.2026, 12:40
Cameras Did Not Stop Them: Police Officers Beat a Suspect of Minor Hooliganism in the GOM of Bishkek
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Cameras Did Not Stop Them: Police Officers Beat a Suspect of Minor Hooliganism in the GOM of Bishkek

A junior lieutenant of the police has been detained An employee of the Leninsky District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, junior lieutenant R. u. M., was detained for the use of physical force. This information was provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to law enforcement agencies, the operation to detain was conducted jointly with the Internal Intelligence Service (SVR) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The events unfolded as follows: the district

24.02.2026, 12:36
GKNB: A resident of Manas published a provocative video on Instagram
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GKNB: A resident of Manas published a provocative video on Instagram

A conversation was held with the resident of Manas to clarify the situation On February 20, 2026, in the city of Manas, an active Instagram user known as "M.A.A." posted a video message that caused public resonance. In this video, he expressed his opinion on the current socio-political situation in the Kyrgyz Republic and speculated about potential interregional conflicts. This was reported by the press center of the GKNB.

24.02.2026, 12:34
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The GKNB detained an operative from the Talas ROVD for systematic extortion

On February 24, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a police officer on suspicion of committing an official crime. According to preliminary data, the senior operative of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Talas District Police Department, known as T.R.Z., had been extorting money from a local resident for a long time, threatening him with criminal liability.

24.02.2026, 12:27
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In Bishkek, a "pickpocket" operating on bus No. 135 has been detained

On February 24, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported the detention of a suspect in a series of pickpocket thefts. The incident occurred on February 5 at around 5:30 PM, when a woman boarded bus No. 135 at the stop near the Osh market. Upon arriving at Levanovsky Street, she discovered that her iPhone 16 Pro was missing.

24.02.2026, 12:26
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The State National Security Committee detained police officers for beating a detainee — they had previously filed a case of brutal assault.

On February 24, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of police officers suspected of exceeding their official powers. According to preliminary information, district inspectors from the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) of the Lenin district inflicted bodily harm on L.D.T., who was detained on charges of petty hooliganism. The victim was taken to the National Hospital, where he was diagnosed with a closed traumatic brain injury, as well as

24.02.2026, 12:21
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The GKNB held a conversation with a resident of Manas for his statements

As reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), on February 24, an explanatory and preventive conversation was held with a resident of the city of Manas. On February 20, a video was published on Kyrgyz Instagram by a user named M.A.A., which, according to the investigation, has a provocative nature and contains evaluative judgments about the current socio-political situation in the country. This video also mentioned the likelihood of an interregional

24.02.2026, 12:18
In Talas, a senior investigator of the criminal investigation department of the internal affairs was detained for extortion.
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In Talas, a senior investigator of the criminal investigation department of the internal affairs was detained for extortion.

The detention occurred during the receipt of 100,000 soms A senior investigator of the criminal investigation department of the district police department, known as T.R.Z., was arrested in Talas on charges of extortion. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The investigation revealed that T.R.Z., undermining the reputation of law enforcement officers, had been pressuring T.N.T. for a long time, systematically demanding money from him under

24.02.2026, 12:18
In Bishkek, a police officer beat a detainee in the police station
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In Bishkek, a police officer beat a detainee in the police station

In Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) together with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) is investigating an incident related to the abuse of official authority, during which physical force was used by employees of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. In this regard, a junior lieutenant of the police was detained. According to information from the agencies, the district police officers delivered a citizen, L. D. T., who was accused of petty hooliganism,

24.02.2026, 12:17
"Instagram Revolutionary" from Manas Had a Preventive Talk at the GKNB
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"Instagram Revolutionary" from Manas Had a Preventive Talk at the GKNB

On February 20, a provocative video appeared on Instagram from user M.A.A. from Manas, which led him to the GKNB for a preventive conversation. This was reported by the press center of the state committee. In his video, the author discussed the "escalating political situation" and hinted at potential interregional conflicts.

24.02.2026, 12:17
Tax officials seized counterfeit alcohol and beverages in retail outlets in Bishkek
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Tax officials seized counterfeit alcohol and beverages in retail outlets in Bishkek

Recently, a raid organized by the Tax Service took place in Bishkek, during which goods being sold without excise stamps were discovered. The press service of the agency reported this incident. During the inspection, inspectors visited a retail outlet belonging to the company "Chongqing Hogo," where they found 160 units of Chinese-made alcoholic products without excise stamps. They also seized 405 liters of liquid with a characteristic smell of alcohol and 124 units of sugar-based

24.02.2026, 12:06
In Bishkek, a police officer arrested for beating a detained citizen
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In Bishkek, a police officer arrested for beating a detained citizen

In Bishkek, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) in collaboration with the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) has initiated an investigation into the abuse of power involving violence by police officers of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to the State National Security Committee, it has been established that the district police officers of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, after detaining a citizen L.T.D. on charges of petty hooliganism and

24.02.2026, 12:02
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In the past 24 hours, 11 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 11 cases of fire were recorded in the last 24 hours, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) on February 24. To combat the fires, 15 fire brigades were mobilized. Of the total number of fires, 4 incidents occurred in Bishkek, 2 each in the Chui and Batken regions, and one case was recorded in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Issyk-Kul regions.

24.02.2026, 11:53
In the city of Osh, a scheme of counterfeit vehicle registration has been uncovered: a fraudster has been detained.
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In the city of Osh, a scheme of counterfeit vehicle registration has been uncovered: a fraudster has been detained.

In Osh, a criminal case has been initiated regarding fraud and document forgery following a report to the Internal Investigations Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the southern capital, a woman named Sh.J. posed as an employee of the road traffic safety service. She offered to register a Toyota Avensis, which had previously been registered in Russia, and to obtain a state license plate.

24.02.2026, 11:34
Promised to arrange a job at "Kumtor" for 135,000 soms, but deceived.
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Promised to arrange a job at "Kumtor" for 135,000 soms, but deceived.

At least six victims of a fraudulent scheme have been identified In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a suspect in a widespread fraud case has been detained. This information was provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. According to the police, on February 13, a citizen identified as M. B. filed a complaint requesting action against U. He claimed that in December 2024, U. promised to help him get a job at the company "Kumtor Gold Company." However, after

24.02.2026, 11:21
In Bishkek, a "dropper" has been detained: 40 packets of psychotropic substances seized
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In Bishkek, a "dropper" has been detained: 40 packets of psychotropic substances seized

Employees of the Bishkek police detained a person suspected of distributing psychotropic substances using the "stash" method. This was reported by the press service of the city's Main Internal Affairs Directorate. This incident occurred on February 2. Residents of one of the new buildings contacted service 102 after noticing a suspicious object near the fence. A forensic investigative team from the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department was dispatched to the scene. During

24.02.2026, 11:18
In Bishkek, a police officer suspected of brutally beating a detainee has been arrested
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In Bishkek, a police officer suspected of brutally beating a detainee has been arrested

The State Committee for National Security has initiated an investigation into the case of abuse of power related to the use of physical force by officers of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek. During the investigation, it became known that the detainee L.D.T. was taken to the Department of Internal Affairs No. 2 on charges of "petty hooliganism." However, instead of properly processing the materials, law enforcement officers, as investigators found out, beat

24.02.2026, 11:13
In Talas, a police officer was detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe
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In Talas, a police officer was detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe

A police officer working in the criminal investigation department of the Talas region has been detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe. This information was announced by the State Committee for National Security, which is actively fighting corruption in law enforcement agencies. During the investigation, it was established that the detained officer, senior investigator T.R.Z., had been extorting money from a citizen, T.N.T., for a long time, threatening him with criminal liability.

24.02.2026, 10:44
In Talas, a police officer was detained for extorting a bribe
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In Talas, a police officer was detained for extorting a bribe

The employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) have uncovered a case of extortion involving a senior investigator of the criminal investigation department of the Talas district police, known as T.R.Z. According to the agency, this officer, abusing his official position, exerted psychological pressure on a citizen, T.N.T., for a long time, demanding money under the threat of criminal prosecution.

24.02.2026, 10:40
GKNB: The "Orozaly" Pawnshop in Talas Voluntarily Returned Property to Citizens
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GKNB: The "Orozaly" Pawnshop in Talas Voluntarily Returned Property to Citizens

Previously, Kyrgyz citizens provided documents for their homes as collateral The pawnshop "Orozaly" agreed to return the illegally seized real estate to citizens. This was reported by the press service of the GKNB. Specialized authorities, including the GKNB, the Talas Tax Service, the regional office of the National Bank, and the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, conducted a series of activities during which the pawnshop acknowledged the validity of the claims made and the violations

24.02.2026, 09:50
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The pawnshop returned seized property to clients after the intervention of the State Committee for National Security.

As a result of the joint actions of the State National Security Committee, the State Tax Service of Talas, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, and antimonopoly regulation, the "Orozaly" pawnshop agreed to return previously seized real estate to its clients. This was reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee. The State National Security Committee indicated that the pawnshop acknowledged the existence of violations and the validity of the claims made.

24.02.2026, 09:39
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In Talas, a pawnshop returned illegally seized real estate to citizens

As a result of joint activities conducted by the State National Security Committee, the State Tax Service Department for Talas, the National Bank, and the Antimonopoly Regulation Service of the Talas Region, the pawnshop "Orozaly" agreed to return illegally seized real estate to citizens. This became possible after the pawnshop acknowledged its violations of the law and the validity of the claims made. In particular, a residential house belonging to S.U.U. (the borrower) was returned

24.02.2026, 09:24
Suspects Detained in a Series of Thefts on Bus Line No. 135 in Bishkek
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Suspects Detained in a Series of Thefts on Bus Line No. 135 in Bishkek

The police of the capital have detained a man suspected of committing a series of pickpocket thefts that occurred on bus line No. 135, reports the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek. It became known that a woman named Zh.I. contacted the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, reporting the theft of her mobile phone.

24.02.2026, 09:15
Flow of applications: over 500 appeals from victims received regarding former employees of the GKNB
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Flow of applications: over 500 appeals from victims received regarding former employees of the GKNB

The General Prosecutor's Office confirmed that the case is under investigation Law enforcement agencies reported over 500 appeals received from affected business representatives and civil servants against former employees of the GKNB. The Prosecutor General's Office confirmed that an investigation is currently underway regarding the mentioned former employees; however, they did not disclose information about the number of individuals involved or the nature of the complaints.

24.02.2026, 09:04
"Worked tirelessly": More than 60 phones found with a pickpocket in Bishkek
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"Worked tirelessly": More than 60 phones found with a pickpocket in Bishkek

The detained individual has a rich criminal history and was registered with the authorities. In Bishkek, police officers arrested a suspect who is apparently involved in a series of pickpocketing incidents that occurred on buses along route No. 135. This information was confirmed by representatives of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. A woman named Zh.I. filed a report with the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department, stating that her mobile phone was missing. She requested that

24.02.2026, 08:43
A Million for Freedom or Prison: Pregnant Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach Placed in Pretrial Detention
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A Million for Freedom or Prison: Pregnant Rhythmic Gymnastics Coach Placed in Pretrial Detention

It is reported that the statement from the parents of the injured girl was made after discussing financial matters. A post has appeared on social media from Kyrgyzstani Aydai Aydarbekova, who defends rhythmic gymnastics coach Nazmi Askarova. She claims to have insight into the real situation and believes it is necessary for the public to hear an alternative version of events. On February 20, coach Nazmi Askarova was detained in Bishkek, against whom a criminal case has been initiated under the

24.02.2026, 08:04
Freight train hit a guy in Kara-Balta
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Freight train hit a guy in Kara-Balta

A young man died from his injuries without regaining consciousness An incident involving a freight train occurred in Kara-Balta, resulting in injuries to a young man. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 23 at 14:54, a report was received at the Jayil District Police Department that a young man aged 20-25 had been hit by a train. He was taken to a medical facility in a comatose state with severe injuries.

24.02.2026, 07:51