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The police discovered drugs and weapons in the residents of the Jeti-Oguz district.
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The police discovered drugs and weapons in the residents of the Jeti-Oguz district.

According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, illegal hunting, as well as the storage of drugs and weapons, have been recorded in the Jeti-Oguz district. Operational data regarding the possible involvement of several local residents in illegal hunting were received by the police and registered. In this regard, a criminal case was initiated under Article 310 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

12.02.2026, 19:31
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In Bishkek, during the raid "Illegal", more than 90 foreigners were brought to the police.

Employees of the capital's police continue to carry out an operational event called "Illegal," as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek. As part of the inspection conducted on February 12, workers from the Service for Countering Extremism and Illegal Migration examined sewing enterprises and other production areas where foreigners might be employed.

12.02.2026, 19:31
In Talas, police extinguished a fire in a car
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In Talas, police extinguished a fire in a car

On the night of February 11, 2026, at approximately 10:35 PM, patrol officers from the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department noticed a burning car on the roadside while performing their official duties. This was reported by the police press service.

12.02.2026, 19:30
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In Uzbekistan, members of an organized crime group that extorted money from Russians were sentenced

A court in Uzbekistan sentenced 34 local residents to prison terms of up to 9.5 years for participating in an organized criminal group that extorted money from citizens of Russia through call centers. The press center of the State Security Service of the Republic of Uzbekistan reported the results of the case. According to the investigation, the defendants worked in three call centers located in Tashkent and Fergana. They deceived Russians by calling them and extorting money under various

12.02.2026, 19:01
In the Nookat District, searches were conducted among supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami"
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In the Nookat District, searches were conducted among supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami"

Operational activities were carried out among activists and supporters of the organization In order to monitor the religious situation and neutralize the actions of the extremist group 'Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami', the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) together with the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region conducted operational investigative measures in the Osh region. This was reported by the press service of the GKNB. As part of a criminal case, on February 10,

12.02.2026, 17:53
In Karakol, a cache of weapons and police uniforms was found
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In Karakol, a cache of weapons and police uniforms was found

The cache belonged to the organized crime group of Kolbaev A stash containing weapons and police uniforms was found in Karakol. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to law enforcement officials, the following items were seized in Pristan-Przhevalsk: 1 sawed-off shotgun (12 gauge, ready to fire), 1 combat pistol "PM" (with eight rounds in the magazine), 1 homemade combat revolver (with two rounds), 1 traumatic pistol

12.02.2026, 17:47
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In Bishkek, two suspects in years-long extortion from truck drivers at "Dordoi" were detained

On February 9, two suspects were detained in Bishkek for illegally collecting money from drivers who delivered goods from the "Dordoy" market to other countries. The press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported this. According to the agency, the suspects, known as representatives of the so-called "sportobshchak" — D. Zh. and R. u. A. — had extorted money from truck drivers for 15 years, threatening them and using physical

12.02.2026, 17:46
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In Karakol, the ice cracked, and two people ended up underwater

The incident occurred at Lake Issyk-Kul in the "Dacha" area in Karakol, where the ice on the surface of the water cracked, and two people fell into the water. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a woman born in 2008 and a man born in 1996 fell through the ice.

12.02.2026, 17:36
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In Bishkek, a man with serious injuries was admitted to the hospital. A suspect has been detained.

On February 12, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District reported the detention of a suspect in causing serious bodily harm. The incident occurred on February 10, when the police received a report from the hospital about a man who was brought in critical condition after being beaten. A forensic investigative team was dispatched to the scene, and the fact was registered under Article 130 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Causing serious

12.02.2026, 16:39
The State National Security Committee detained participants of the "sportobshchak" - extorting money from truck drivers.
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The State National Security Committee detained participants of the "sportobshchak" - extorting money from truck drivers.

In Kyrgyzstan, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) detained a group of individuals suspected of extorting money from truck drivers. This was reported by the GKNB press service. According to the agency, the suspects, referred to as representatives of "sportobshchak" — D.Zh. and R.u.A., were detained in the capital. The investigation suggests that they organized illegal collections from drivers, particularly foreign nationals.

12.02.2026, 16:31
In Karakol, a cache of the organized crime group of Kamchy Kolbaev was found with firearms and police uniforms.
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In Karakol, a cache of the organized crime group of Kamchy Kolbaev was found with firearms and police uniforms.

In Karakol, in the village of Pristan-Przhevalsk, an arsenal of firearms was found. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The following weapons were seized: a sawed-off shotgun of 12-gauge with a cartridge; a PM pistol loaded with eight cartridges; a homemade combat revolver with two cartridges; a traumatic pistol with three cartridges; five cartridges for smoothbore weapons of 12-gauge and 26 cartridges for the PM pistol;

12.02.2026, 16:06
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Illegal circulation of weapons and ammunition discovered in Karakol

In Karakol, law enforcement agencies have uncovered a case of illegal storage of firearms and ammunition. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to the agency, a cache of weapons was discovered in the settlement of Pristan-Przhevalsk. During the inspection, specialists seized the following items: a 12-gauge sawed-off shotgun, a combat Makarov pistol with eight rounds, a homemade revolver loaded with two rounds, a traumatic pistol with three rounds, as

12.02.2026, 15:36
Russian passports seized from supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir" in the Osh region
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Russian passports seized from supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir" in the Osh region

Security forces from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and the Interior Ministry of the Osh region conducted an operation aimed at dismantling cells of the organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami." This was reported by the press center of the state committee. According to the agency, searches were carried out in the homes of 11 activists of this organization in the Nookat district.

12.02.2026, 15:14
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Law enforcement searched the homes of 11 suspects in supporting "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami"

On February 10, in the Nookat district, as part of a criminal case under Article 332 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "Manufacturing and Distribution of Extremist Materials," employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) conducted searches in the homes of 11 individuals suspected of actively supporting and being members of the religious extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami." The press service of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz

12.02.2026, 15:09
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In Bishkek, underground workshops were uncovered: alcohol and counterfeit excise stamps seized

Employees of the State Tax Service in Bishkek conducted an operation during which illegal workshops producing alcoholic products were discovered. These measures are part of efforts to improve control over the movement of excise goods. As a result of the inspections, 902 liters of alcohol, 381 bottles of vodka, and 43 liters of diluted alcohol were found in the premises. Equipment for bottling and producing vodka in cups, as well as 164 counterfeit excise stamps, were also seized.

12.02.2026, 14:57
In Bishkek, a driver was beaten and his car was damaged
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In Bishkek, a driver was beaten and his car was damaged

The incident was recorded in the residential area of "Tynchtyk". An incident occurred in Bishkek in which a driver was injured and his car was damaged. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. According to law enforcement agencies, the events unfolded on February 9, 2026, around 10:30 PM in the residential area of "Tynchtyk". An unknown individual broke the side mirrors of a Honda Odyssey and, during the conflict, used physical force

12.02.2026, 14:52
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GKNB: Searches were conducted in the homes of those suspected of involvement with "Hizb ut-Tahrir" in Nookat

On February 12, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported on operations conducted in the Nookat district aimed at suppressing the activities of participants in the religious extremist group "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami." Investigative actions were initiated as part of a criminal case under Article 332 ("Manufacturing and distributing extremist materials") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. On February 10, searches were conducted in

12.02.2026, 14:49
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In Bishkek, patrol officers identified a Land Cruiser with illegal tinting and SGU

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, during the "Behind the Wheel" raid, patrol police officers stopped a Toyota Land Cruiser 200 that had tinted front windows and was equipped with a siren loudspeaker device (SLD). This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Police on February 12. Checks revealed that the driver did not have permission from the competent authority for such tinting. It was also noted that the vehicle was equipped with an SLD.

12.02.2026, 14:12
In the neighborhoods of Bishkek, heating and hot water issues have arisen
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In the neighborhoods of Bishkek, heating and hot water issues have arisen

The city hall explained the situation Local residents in the southern districts of Bishkek are reporting issues with heating and a lack of hot water in their homes. According to information provided by the city hall, the cause of this situation was a pipe burst on 7 April Street, located between Mederov and Akhunbaev Streets. “There was a burst in the heating networks in this area, which have been in operation since 1974 and 1986. Their service life significantly exceeds the regulatory

12.02.2026, 13:56
Five statements did not help: a man in Bishkek is suspected of torturing his ex-wife
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Five statements did not help: a man in Bishkek is suspected of torturing his ex-wife

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a man has been detained on suspicion of systematic violence against his ex-wife. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, on February 11, 2026, a woman named M.E., born in 1992, contacted the police for help regarding the actions of her ex-husband. The woman reported that on the day of her appeal, her ex-husband came to her temporary residence and began to threaten her, using physical force and obscene

12.02.2026, 13:27
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19-year-old girl detained on suspicion of extortion

According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District, K. A., born in 2007, has been detained on suspicion of extortion. In connection with this incident, the investigative service of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of Bishkek has initiated a criminal case under Article 208 "Extortion" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

12.02.2026, 12:59
In Bishkek, a blogger was detained on suspicion of torturing his wife.
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In Bishkek, a blogger was detained on suspicion of torturing his wife.

Long-term physical and psychological abuse A blogger was arrested in Bishkek, suspected of cruel treatment of his wife, according to information from the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. According to law enforcement agencies, a woman with the initials M.D. reported that her husband, also with the initials M.D., had subjected her to systematic physical and psychological abuse for an extended period. Previously, law enforcement had issued protective orders in connection with

12.02.2026, 12:46
In a Bishkek café, concealment of revenue amounting to 12 million soms was revealed
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In a Bishkek café, concealment of revenue amounting to 12 million soms was revealed

A double accounting system and concealment of financial receipts were used in the cafe The State Tax Service reported the discovery of revenue concealment amounting to 12 million soms in the "Kuldja HOGO" cafe chain located in Bishkek. According to tax officials, violations were found during an inspection conducted as part of a pilot project for the implementation of fiscal software that automatically transmits sales data to government authorities. The STS noted that in three

12.02.2026, 12:45
In Bishkek, a man beat his ex-wife for several years. He has finally been arrested.
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In Bishkek, a man beat his ex-wife for several years. He has finally been arrested.

In Bishkek, a man subjected his ex-wife to physical violence for several years. Despite the woman contacting law enforcement five times, the measures taken were generally only administrative. However, after another incident of violence, the man was finally arrested, as reported by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. On February 11, 2026, M. E., born in 1992, once again filed a complaint about the need to take action against her ex-husband. She reported that he came

12.02.2026, 12:42
Blackmail for 5 million: a suspect in extortion detained in Bishkek
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Blackmail for 5 million: a suspect in extortion detained in Bishkek

Photo courtesy of the press service of the October District Department of Internal Affairs Employees of the October District Department of Internal Affairs detained a young woman suspected of extorting a significant sum of money. According to information from law enforcement agencies, she pressured a man, demanding several million soms. The victim, citizen M.A., filed a written statement with the investigative service of the Department of Internal Affairs. In it, he indicated that since

12.02.2026, 12:04
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Despite the divorce, a man from Bishkek stalked and beat his ex-wife.

On February 12, the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs reported the detention of a suspect in domestic violence. On February 11, a 34-year-old woman from Bishkek contacted the police with a complaint about her ex-husband. She stated that on that day he came to her rented apartment, where he beat her, twisted her arms, and threatened her with violence.

12.02.2026, 11:56
In Chui Region, suspects in large-scale fraud have been detained
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In Chui Region, suspects in large-scale fraud have been detained

On February 3, 2026, a resident of the capital, M.M., born in 1985, approached the Department of Internal Affairs of the Alamidin district with a request to take action against a little-known person named "K." This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. According to the victim, in 2024, the mentioned citizen gained his trust and deceitfully stole 1.5 million soms and a minivan worth $20,000, promising to provide

12.02.2026, 11:43
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Suspects in Major Fraud Detained

As reported on February 12, the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region announced the detention of suspects in a fraud case. The incident occurred on February 3, when a resident of Bishkek filed a complaint with the Alamedin District Police Department regarding fraud by an acquaintance. According to him, in 2024, he handed over a minivan valued at $20,000, as well as 1 million 500 thousand soms, promising bricks in return. However, the promise turned out to

12.02.2026, 11:27
In Bishkek, an 18-year-old girl extorted 5 million soms from a man, threatening him with a criminal case
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In Bishkek, an 18-year-old girl extorted 5 million soms from a man, threatening him with a criminal case

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an 18-year-old girl was detained for extortion. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the October district, she is accused of demanding 5 million soms from a man under the threat of criminal prosecution. A citizen, M.A., filed an official complaint with the Investigative Service, stating that since January 2026, a girl named A. had systematically extorted money from him, threatening violence and imprisonment, as well as

12.02.2026, 10:59
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19-year-old girl extorted money by threatening violence and deprivation of liberty

On February 12, the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Oktobrskiy District reported the detention of a suspect in extortion. A complaint was received by the police from one of the residents of the capital, who reported the actions of his acquaintance. According to him, since January 2026, she had been demanding 5 million soms from him, threatening physical harm and imprisonment.

12.02.2026, 10:54
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The Supreme Court and the Main Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Discussed the State of Cybercrime in Kyrgyzstan

On February 11, a meeting was held at the Supreme Court building, where Supreme Court judges met with representatives of the Main Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This was reported by the press service of the Supreme Court. Under the chairmanship of Nurlan Musaev, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Court, judges working in criminal, civil, and economic panels participated in the discussion, along with employees of the Main Department for Combating

12.02.2026, 10:03
In Bishkek, a man was placed in a temporary detention facility for torturing his wife.
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In Bishkek, a man was placed in a temporary detention facility for torturing his wife.

A man has been detained in Bishkek, accused of torturing his wife, reports the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. According to the agency, on January 27, 2026, a woman named M. D. filed a complaint detailing the ongoing physical and psychological abuse by her husband, M. D. It should be noted that protective orders had previously been issued against citizen M. D. due to acts of domestic violence, yet he continued his unlawful actions, inflicting both physical and moral

12.02.2026, 10:01
In Bishkek, a man was detained for systematically torturing his wife
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In Bishkek, a man was detained for systematically torturing his wife

On January 27, a complaint was received at the Sverdlovsk District Police Department from a woman named M.D., who reported that her husband had been subjecting her to physical and psychological abuse for a long time. This information was announced by the press service of the department. It is important to note that measures had previously been taken against M.D.'s husband, including the issuance of protection orders due to instances of domestic violence. Nevertheless, despite such

12.02.2026, 09:52
In Kant, a pawnshop employee embezzled 4 million soms
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In Kant, a pawnshop employee embezzled 4 million soms

In the city of Kant, law enforcement officers detained a pawnshop employee suspected of embezzlement and misappropriation of funds, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region. It is reported that on January 11, 2026, a 23-year-old citizen, T.K., filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District against S.M., who worked as an appraiser and cashier at the pawnshop "U.P.". She accuses S.M. of issuing

12.02.2026, 09:46
In one of the residential areas of Bishkek, there will be no water
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In one of the residential areas of Bishkek, there will be no water

On February 17, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the supply of drinking water to residential houses, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social infrastructure objects in the "Zhenish" residential area will be stopped. According to the press service of the mayor's office, this shutdown is related to emergency repair work at the "Zhenish" water intake. Photo by the press service of the mayor's office The municipal enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal"

12.02.2026, 09:21
On the alternative north-south road, an avalanche has occurred; the section is closed.
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On the alternative north-south road, an avalanche has occurred; the section is closed.

On the section of the alternative north-south road, located between Aral and Kazarman, an avalanche has occurred. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the agency, the snow mass descended on the 243–296 kilometers of the road. The volume of the avalanche is currently being assessed. Traffic in this area is completely halted.

12.02.2026, 09:15
In Kant, a pawnshop employee is suspected of embezzling 4 million soms
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In Kant, a pawnshop employee is suspected of embezzling 4 million soms

In the Chui region, a criminal case has been initiated against a pawnshop employee suspected of embezzling a significant amount of funds, reported the press service of the regional police department. According to law enforcement agencies, on January 11, a resident named T.K., born in 1999, approached the police department of the Issyk-Ata district requesting action against the pawnshop employee in Kant.

12.02.2026, 09:03
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The GKNB urged to refrain from statements that undermine trust in national security agencies.

On February 12, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the subordination of its employees to the Supreme Commander-in-Chief of the Kyrgyz Republic. In the agency, it was noted that in light of the recent resignation of the head of the SCNS, there are actions by some interested parties aimed at discrediting the work of national security agencies.

12.02.2026, 08:57