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In the first 9 months of 2025, 16,659 reports of domestic violence were registered

Senior Prosecutor of the General Prosecutor's Office Nazgul Zhusupbekova reported at an expanded interdepartmental meeting that 16,659 appeals related to domestic violence have been registered in the first nine months of the current year. She noted that criminal cases have been initiated in 456 of these instances, and 4,236 protocols have been drawn up in accordance with the Code of Offenses.

07.11.2025, 16:42
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In the Alamedin District, a man burned the inscription "Mellstroy" in a field. He was fined.

In the Alamidin district, police officers discovered a young man, O.N., born in 2001, who recorded the process of arson and published it on social media. This video caused a wide resonance among users. According to the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department, the incident occurred on November 5 in the village of Suymonkula Chokmorov, when unidentified individuals set fire to a plot of land, leaving the inscription "Mellstroy" on it.

07.11.2025, 16:37
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In Bishkek, the police conducted raids "Vagabond" and "Begging" to identify the homeless

On November 7, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported on the preventive measures called "Vagabond" and "Begging," which were carried out by police officers. During the raids conducted from November 6 to 7, 40 individuals without permanent housing and documents were discovered. These citizens were taken to the District Internal Affairs Department, where they were photographed, fingerprinted, and had preventive conversations with

07.11.2025, 16:28
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Fraud: 21-Year-Old Native of Kyrgyzstan to Be Tried in Russia

In Murom, Russian Federation, the investigation of a criminal case against a 21-year-old citizen of Kyrgyzstan accused of fraud has been completed. This young man, who acted as a courier in the criminal scheme, was detained in the Moscow region in May 2025, as reported by Russian media. According to information from the police, on May 12, an 81-year-old woman from Murom received a call from a person claiming to be an employee of the military investigative committee. The fraudster, using the

07.11.2025, 15:45
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In Kyrgyzstan, measures to prevent drug addiction are being strengthened: The SNBON spoke about working with youth and parents

The head of the prevention and public interaction department of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Kanybek Usenov, discussed initiatives aimed at preventing the spread of drugs among youth. As Usenov noted, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Health, regular lectures and informational campaigns are organized in educational institutions — schools, colleges, and universities. At these events, students and schoolchildren are informed about

07.11.2025, 15:41
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The court sentenced the former mayor of Tokmok and his subordinates.

According to information received from law enforcement officials, the former mayor of Tokmok, Maksat Nusuvaliev, and his subordinates were convicted of corruption and received sentences ranging from 12 to 13 years of imprisonment. Yesterday, on November 6, the decision regarding the case of the former officials of Tokmok, detained during anti-corruption measures, was announced in the Oktyabrsky District Court of Bishkek. Brief information about the verdict: Maksat Orozbekovich Nusuvaliev was

07.11.2025, 15:22
A Kyrgyz Doctor Died in a Car Accident in Tyumen
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A Kyrgyz Doctor Died in a Car Accident in Tyumen

Photo of the Traffic Police of Tyumen Region. The site of the tragic accident As a result of a traffic accident in Tyumen, a doctor-therapist from Kyrgyzstan tragically lost his life. This has been reported by Russian news sources. According to available information, the tragedy occurred on November 5, and only now some details of the incident have become known. The accident took place at an intersection where two vehicles — a Toyota Mark and a Toyota Land Cruiser — collided.

07.11.2025, 15:21
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The Youth Movement of the KR Proposes to Reconsider the Approach to Punishing Minors Detained for the First Time for Possession or Distribution of Drugs

Zhakshylyk Beknazarov, head of the youth movement in Kyrgyzstan, proposed changing the approach to punishments for teenagers who are detained for the first time for possession or distribution of drugs. According to Beknazarov, there is an increasing number of young people involved in the illegal drug trade in the country. Many of these teenagers become criminals due to ignorance or financial difficulties, not realizing the consequences of their actions.

07.11.2025, 15:15
Raids in the city of Osh: fines for illegal hunting and environmental damage
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Raids in the city of Osh: fines for illegal hunting and environmental damage

Employees of the Osh Regional Department of Environmental and Technical Supervision, together with gamekeepers and representatives of the NABU organization, conducted a series of inspections in the region. This was reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. During these activities, in the Nookat district in the territory of Chili-Sai, four individuals were detained for violating hunting regulations. They were fined amounts ranging from 12,500 to 50,000

07.11.2025, 13:05
In the past 24 hours, 22 fires have been registered in the republic
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In the past 24 hours, 22 fires have been registered in the republic

In the last 24 hours, 22 cases of fire have been recorded in the territory of the republic. To extinguish the fires, 29 fire brigades were involved: - Bishkek – 6; - Osh region – 2; - Chui region – 3; - Issyk-Kul region – 4; - Jalal-Abad region – 2; - Talas region – 2; - Batken region – 3. The rescue service also made 2 call-outs.

07.11.2025, 12:19
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Man Struck Twice with an Axe and Finger Severed. A Candidate for Deputy Detained on Suspicion

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh has been detained, who previously held the position of Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy. This was reported by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on November 6 at 17:34, a report was received at the duty station of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department about the hospitalization of B. E., born in 1990, in the microsurgery department of

07.11.2025, 11:00
In Bishkek, part of the former cinema "Chatyr-Kul" burned down. Details from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
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In Bishkek, part of the former cinema "Chatyr-Kul" burned down. Details from the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

Photo by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. A fire occurred in the building of the former 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema in Bishkek Information about the fire in the Oktobrskiy district of the capital was received from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The flames engulfed the building of the former 'Chatyr-Kul' cinema, and the fire was extinguished. It is reported that the fire started on Toktonalieva Street at 17:13. Four fire crews, as well as an

07.11.2025, 10:33
Candidate for deputies of the Housing Committee attempted to chop off a man's arm with an axe
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Candidate for deputies of the Housing Committee attempted to chop off a man's arm with an axe

Photo of the Bishkek City Police Department In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh was detained after attacking a man with an axe. This information was provided by the press service of the city's police department. According to the data, the incident occurred on November 6 at around 17:34. The Lenin District Police Department received a report from the micro-surgery department of the National Hospital that a 35-year-old man named B.E. had been

07.11.2025, 10:05
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In Russia, a case has been opened for searching extremist materials on the internet for the first time

In Russia, a criminal case has been initiated for the first time in connection with the search for extremist materials on the internet. A protocol was drawn up in Kamensk-Uralsky against 20-year-old Sergey Glukikh, who works in a medical institution. This was reported by the publication It’s My City, citing lawyer Sergey Barsukov. According to the information, the young man came across materials about the banned groups "Azov" and "Russian Volunteer Corps" while traveling on

07.11.2025, 08:55
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An earthquake occurred in China, which was felt in Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, an earthquake occurred in China, which was also felt in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. According to seismologists, the tremors were registered on November 6 at 16:08.

07.11.2025, 05:32
The building of the former "Chatyr-Kul" cinema in Bishkek is being extinguished by four fire crews.
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The building of the former "Chatyr-Kul" cinema in Bishkek is being extinguished by four fire crews.

Photo from social media. A fire broke out in the building of the old cinema 'Chatyr-Kul' in Bishkek In the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek, at the corner of Toktonalieva and Zhamanbaeva streets, a fire occurred in a building that was previously used as the cinema 'Chatyr-Kul'. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the agency's information, the fire alarm was received at 17:13. A crew from fire

06.11.2025, 16:44
Fountain on the Road - Utility Workers Fixed a Break in Bishkek
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Fountain on the Road - Utility Workers Fixed a Break in Bishkek

Today in Bishkek, at the corner of Osmonkula and Ogonbaeva streets, a fire hydrant burst, resulting in a fountain of water. The "Bishkekvodokanal" service reported that as a result of the incident, a section of the road was flooded. Emergency service personnel arrived at the scene promptly and began work to restore the 400-millimeter diameter water pipeline. Water supply was temporarily halted, and the water spill was localized.

06.11.2025, 16:29
In Chuy Region, a suspect in cattle rustling has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in cattle rustling has been detained

A man suspected of cattle theft has been detained in the Chuy region. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the region reported this incident. According to law enforcement, the incident occurred on the night of October 22, when a resident of the village of Krupskoye, I.K., born in 1959, reported a theft to the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Moscow district. She stated that unknown individuals had broken into her shed and stolen two cows.

06.11.2025, 16:11
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Another underage driver detained for traffic violations in Bishkek

Employees of the Patrol Police Service in Bishkek detained a minor driver who committed a significant violation of traffic rules, as reported by the press service of the Patrol Police Service. According to the inspection, the teenager independently tinted the windshield of his car and installed sound and light signals that imitate the operation of emergency services. He did not have the appropriate permission for such actions.

06.11.2025, 16:10
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In Jalal-Abad, a section of the anti-tuberculosis hospital has been returned to state ownership

In the village of Dostuk, located in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, a case of unauthorized construction of residential houses on land that previously belonged to a tuberculosis hospital was recorded. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the conducted inspection and measures taken, a plot of land measuring 3.07 hectares was returned to state ownership. The estimated value of this land is 32.2 million soms.

06.11.2025, 16:03
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Call Center: The playground in "Kyzyl-Asker" has been fenced off and locked away from children

New details have come to the Call center Kaktus.media from teenagers living on Serpukhovskaya Street. They express dissatisfaction with the restriction of access to the playground located near their homes. A new playground with slides, pull-up bars, and other elements was recently opened in the "Kyzyl-Asker" area. According to the youth, this is the only place for active recreation in their neighborhood. However, local residents living in the houses across the street have started to

06.11.2025, 15:15
Fast and Furious Bishkek Style: Man Steals Car in 60 Seconds
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Fast and Furious Bishkek Style: Man Steals Car in 60 Seconds

In Bishkek, a suspect in a car theft has been detained. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District. According to the information, on November 5, a citizen named K.N. contacted the police to report that his Toyota Altezza had been stolen from a parking lot at the corner of Panfilov and Gorky streets.

06.11.2025, 14:40
The police of Chui region request assistance in identifying the suspect
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The police of Chui region request assistance in identifying the suspect

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies are working to establish the identity of a suspect in the misappropriation of property. The press service of the regional police department has appealed to citizens for assistance in the investigation. According to available information, in January 2025, a woman named T.C. approached the internal affairs department of the Alamudun district, reporting that an unknown person named A. had deceitfully sold 17 heads of livestock in the village of Lugovoe

06.11.2025, 11:06
In Chuy Region, a suspect in livestock fraud has been detained
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In Chuy Region, a suspect in livestock fraud has been detained

According to information from the police, on January 19, a woman named T.Ch. reported a fraud case to them. She stated that an unfamiliar person, calling himself "A," sold 17 heads of livestock belonging to her without her consent from January 7 to January 19 and then disappeared.

06.11.2025, 10:54
In the past 24 hours, 18 fires occurred in Kyrgyzstan
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In the past 24 hours, 18 fires occurred in Kyrgyzstan

In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, 18 fires occurred within 24 hours. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, 22 fire crews were involved in extinguishing the fires: - Bishkek – 5; - Osh – 2; - Osh region – 3; - Chui region – 2; - Batken region – 2; - Issyk-Kul region – 3; - Jalal-Abad region – 1.

06.11.2025, 09:51
In the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a corruption scheme has been uncovered - GKNB
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In the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a corruption scheme has been uncovered - GKNB

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, employees of the Ministry of Construction and the Ministry of Emergency Situations were detained for extorting money. They demanded payment for signing the act of commissioning one of the sewing workshops. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). The investigation revealed that the criminal scheme involved an inspector from the State Architectural and Construction Control Department and a senior inspector from the Fire

06.11.2025, 09:16
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Men played kok-boru right on the roadway: they will be charged with hooliganism

In the Panfilov district, an incident occurred when a group of men decided to play kok-boru right on the roadway, which attracted the attention of law enforcement agencies. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported this incident. It became known that a video recording, which captured the participants of the game, was discovered during monitoring of social media. This incident took place on October 27, and according to the agency, the actions of the

06.11.2025, 08:34
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A man who caused a disturbance in a hospital has been detained in Tokmok

In the Chuy region, a man has been detained for causing a disturbance at a medical facility. This information was provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the region. A statement was received by the Tokmok police department on November 2 from a hospital employee, J.M., born in 1974. She reported that on the night of November 2, at 00:40, a certain Azamat was behaving aggressively in the reception area of the Tokmok Central Hospital, using foul language and breaking glass.

05.11.2025, 20:30
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A Bishkek Resident Burned an Inscription in the Field for the Mellstroy Contest

On November 5, in the village of Suymönkul, located in the Alamudun district, an episode was recorded where a significant inscription "Mellstroygame" was burned into the ground. A recording of this event appeared on TikTok and attracted public attention. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs has initiated a preliminary investigation into this incident. The police were able to

05.11.2025, 20:20
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In the Panfilov District, men playing kok-boru in the middle of the roadway were identified.

According to information from the press service of the regional police department, an incident involving several horse riders was recorded on October 27. A video showing their antics on the road was discovered by police officers on October 28 during a social media monitoring operation. Such actions posed a real threat to the safety of both drivers and pedestrians. A violation was registered in the Panfilov district, after which an investigation began. The identities of the participants were

05.11.2025, 20:12
In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for stealing 110,000 soms from a private house
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In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for stealing 110,000 soms from a private house

In the Lenin district of the capital, a suspect in a burglary has been detained, reported the press service of the district's Internal Affairs Department. According to information received by the police, on October 28, a local resident, U. N., filed a report stating that an unknown person stole 110,000 soms from his home in the "Ak-Ordo" residential area around 11:00 AM. A suspect in the theft of 110,000 soms from a private house has been detained in Bishkek. Criminal proceedings

05.11.2025, 19:58
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The GKNB uncovered a corruption scheme in the State Institution "Kyzmat" and detained an employee of the Pervomaisky CCA.

According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), as a result of the investigation, the activities of a scheme related to illegal mediation were halted. The suspects include an employee of the Pervomaisky Center for Public Services, known as Zh. E. Zh., as well as two intermediaries — D. E. M. and D. K. E. The investigation established that these individuals organized a mechanism for obtaining monetary funds from citizens, including

05.11.2025, 17:02
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17-year-old Dilnoza Koichikenova left home at 3 AM and went missing

In the Lenin district, the search for Dilnoza Koichikenova, born in 2008, continues, according to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department. Her mother reported that the girl left home in the Ak-Ordo-3 residential area on the night of November 5 around three o'clock.

05.11.2025, 15:45
Fraudsters impersonating the National Bank promise citizens preferential loans
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Fraudsters impersonating the National Bank promise citizens preferential loans

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan are receiving messages from unknown individuals via the Telegram messenger, promising assistance in obtaining preferential loans on favorable terms. The National Bank warns about this. To create trust, the fraudsters use fake documents with the National Bank's logo, including a counterfeit license. They demand money transfers from citizens under various pretexts, such as the need for insurance or payment of a commission.

05.11.2025, 15:12
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Three detained in Bishkek in connection with the corruption scheme at the Public Service Center

In Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) uncovered corrupt activities related to the Public Service Center "Kyzmat," located in the Pervomaisky district. According to information from law enforcement, one of the center's employees, Zh.E.Z., in collusion with intermediaries D.E.M. and D.K.E., created an illegal scheme that allowed them to receive money from citizens, including foreigners. The intermediaries offered expedited processing of documents and services

05.11.2025, 14:21