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Drunk Driver Attacks Doctor While Traffic Inspectors Watch the Incident. Video

A recent incident in Tokmok has caused public outrage: a drunk driver threatened a doctor at a medical facility and then attacked him. A recording of the incident appeared on social media. The video captures a man who was presumably undergoing a medical examination. During this time, he insulted the doctor, threatening him with violence and even demanding that he leave his hometown.

04.11.2025, 11:08
Helped avoid punishment. The GKNB detained a psychologist and a police officer.
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Helped avoid punishment. The GKNB detained a psychologist and a police officer.

The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the uncovering of a corruption scheme at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology (RCPN). The investigation established that a psychologist-expert from the RCPN, in collusion with the deputy head of the investigative department of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Lenin District of Bishkek, unlawfully declared defendants in serious and especially serious crimes to be mentally incompetent, thereby allowing them to evade

04.11.2025, 10:52
Employees of the RCPN and police detained due to a scheme involving the recognition of suspects as insane
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Employees of the RCPN and police detained due to a scheme involving the recognition of suspects as insane

Photo by the GKNB. According to the press center of the State Committee for National Security, a corruption scheme has been uncovered at the RCNP of the Ministry of Health, involving employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek. The investigation suggests that the psychologist-expert of the RCNP, A. Ch. Sh., born in 1975, in collusion with the deputy head of the investigative service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, A. u. Zh., born in

04.11.2025, 10:38
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Man with a weapon barricaded himself in a house — negotiations were conducted with him by the head of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Directorate

Information about the incident that occurred in the Workers' Town was released by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District on November 4. On October 30, at around 14:50, the police received a call from a resident of Bazarnaya Street. The man reported that his neighbor, while in a state of intoxication, had threatened him with violence and had already fired two shots.

04.11.2025, 10:33
In the Sokuluk District, extortion among schoolchildren is being investigated
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In the Sokuluk District, extortion among schoolchildren is being investigated

On October 24, 2025, during monitoring of Instagram, a post was identified that reported a potentially dangerous situation at one of the schools in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the Sokuluk District. The message claimed that elementary school students were being systematically extorted and intimidated by high school students.

04.11.2025, 10:28
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In Bishkek, a man shot at his neighbor with a gun - he was detained by the police

The incident in the residential area "Rabochiy Gorodok" in Bishkek occurred on October 30, when a man threatened his neighbor with a hunting rifle and fired several shots in his direction. According to the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District, the shooter turned out to be a 51-year-old man, who was presumably under the influence of alcohol. Neighbors claim that the cause of the conflict was domestic disagreements between the two men. The negotiations with the suspect were conducted

04.11.2025, 10:26
Investigator and Psychologist Received 1.5 Million Soms for Fake Expertise
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Investigator and Psychologist Received 1.5 Million Soms for Fake Expertise

As a result of the efforts of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) in combating corruption, a fraud scheme was uncovered at the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. Officials from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek were involved in this case. According to the SCNS, the conspiracy involved the expert psychologist of the RCPN of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic A.Ch.Sh., born in

04.11.2025, 10:20
The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained Almazbek Ismankulov in a corruption case
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained Almazbek Ismankulov in a corruption case

An investigation is underway into a criminal case regarding corruption involving the director of the "Eye Microsurgery" hospital, Almazbek Ismankulov, and several officials from the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn, as well as the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Education. The case concerns the unlawful acquisition and appropriation of medical equipment that was supplied to the country through foreign technical loans.

04.11.2025, 10:13
In Kyrgyzstan, 13 fires were registered in one day
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In Kyrgyzstan, 13 fires were registered in one day

Over the past 24 hours, 13 cases of fires have been recorded in Kyrgyzstan, reports the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the agency, there were 3 fires in the Chui region, 2 in Bishkek, 4 cases in the Osh region, and one fire was registered in the Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, Talas, and Batken regions.

04.11.2025, 09:58
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In Bishkek, a drug group was detained: among the participants is a municipal employee.

Employees of the Main Directorate for Combating Illegal Drug Trafficking of the Ministry of Internal Affairs have dismantled the activities of a criminal group engaged in drug trafficking in Bishkek. According to information from the ministry's press service, during operations conducted on October 28, two individuals were detained: J.A.M., born in 1977, and I.E., born in 1985. One of them, according to investigation data, works in the October District Administration of the capital. During

04.11.2025, 09:49
In the morning, an earthquake of magnitude 3 occurred in Kyrgyzstan, but it was not felt.
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In the morning, an earthquake of magnitude 3 occurred in Kyrgyzstan, but it was not felt.

Today at 7:04, seismologists recorded an earthquake with an epicenter rated at 3 points on the MSK-64 scale and a magnitude of 3.0. According to the Institute of Seismology, the seismic activity was located in the area of the Alaï Mountains, 20 kilometers northwest of the village of Kashka-Suu, and 28 kilometers southeast of Kara-Ötek, as well as 87 kilometers southwest of the city of Osh.

04.11.2025, 09:49
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In Domodedovo, the head of "Turkmen Railways" was detained with drugs

An incident occurred at Moscow's Domodedovo Airport involving the head of the company "Demirellary," known as "Turkmen Railways." CEO Khydyr Rahmanov and his companion were detained with synthetic drugs, as reported by Turkmen.news, citing its own sources. During the search, they were found in possession of prohibited LSD tablets, which are a synthetic psychoactive substance.

04.11.2025, 09:26
In the Issyk-Kul District, suspects in illegal fishing have been detained
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In the Issyk-Kul District, suspects in illegal fishing have been detained

On October 31, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region about illegal fishing near the village of Ananyevo. It was also noted that the violators were in possession of two firearms of unknown model. According to police data, during a check, 87 fish and two firearms were found with one of the residents of Ananyevo, born in 1990, named A.I.

04.11.2025, 09:24
Photo with Kamchi Kolbaev. The Ministry of Internal Affairs is investigating possible connections of Ilyas Amangaziev with organized crime groups.
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Photo with Kamchi Kolbaev. The Ministry of Internal Affairs is investigating possible connections of Ilyas Amangaziev with organized crime groups.

The law enforcement agencies have begun an investigation regarding the possible connection of Ilyas Amangaziev, who was unable to register as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, with an organized crime group. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Photo from the internet. Kamchi Kolbaev and Ilyas Amangaziev

04.11.2025, 07:43
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In Tokmok, a drunk driver caused a ruckus in the hospital and attacked a doctor

In Tokmok, an incident occurred involving a drunk driver who was taken to the territorial hospital for a medical examination. According to eyewitness accounts, this event took place on the night of November 2. The man was brought in by the Road Patrol Service for testing for alcohol or drugs. However, during the procedure, he exhibited aggression, insulting medical staff with foul language, provoking conflicts, and even hitting one of the doctors. As a result, he also broke a window in the

04.11.2025, 07:36
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In Bishkek, a guy fired a gun while driving. He was detained along with his friends.

According to information provided by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Oktyabrsky District, the incident occurred on November 3. During monitoring of social media, law enforcement agencies discovered a video showing a man driving a car while using a firearm. The detained individual, known as M. N., handed over a signal pistol to the police, which was used in this incident. An investigation into the case is currently ongoing.

03.11.2025, 22:31
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In Bishkek, a man was detained for shooting a firearm into the air

In Bishkek, a person was detained for firing shots into the air using an unregistered weapon. This was reported by the press service of the capital's police department. According to available information, the incident occurred on October 29. The young man, born in 2004, identified as M.N.K., was shooting while driving a vehicle.

03.11.2025, 21:36
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Almazbek Ismankulov Detained Again. He is Accused of Corruption Once More

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, a criminal case has been initiated against Almazbek Ismankulov, the director of the "Eye Microsurgery" hospital, as well as a number of employees from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Education. The investigation is looking into corruption facts related to the illegal appropriation of medical equipment that was supplied to the country through foreign technical loans.

03.11.2025, 20:35
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In Chuy Region, a dropper suspected of fraud involving money theft has been detained

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, the incident occurred on September 9, when a 55-year-old woman from the village of Novonikolaevka reported to the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil district. She stated that she received a call from unknown individuals who introduced themselves as officials from government agencies and banks, convincing her to take out a loan for the amount of 400,000 soms at one of the banks in

03.11.2025, 20:07
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Another mass brawl between migrants occurred in Moscow

Another incident involving a mass brawl with migrants took place in Moscow. This was reported by NSN, citing the Telegram channel Mash. The location of the events is the residential complex "Filatov Lug." According to preliminary data, at least two people were injured as a result of the conflict. One local resident, who witnessed the incident, reported that when he stepped out of his house, sharp objects were flying around him: one of the participants in the brawl threw an axe.

03.11.2025, 19:56
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SkyWay Curator Detained in Kyrgyzstan in Connection with Financial Pyramid Case

As part of the investigation conducted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, signs of the activities of the companies SkyWay and Sky World Community have been identified, which, according to the investigation data, may have been involved in the creation of a financial pyramid. This was reported by the ministry's press service. According to law enforcement information, representatives of these companies actively attracted citizens by promising them participation in a large investment project

03.11.2025, 19:54
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<b>The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained the director of the Eye Microsurgery Hospital, Almazbek Ismankulov</b>

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed the detention of Almazbek Ismankulov, who holds the position of director of the "Microsurgery of the Eye" hospital. Criminal proceedings have been initiated against Ismankulov and several high-ranking officials of the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn, as well as the Ministries of Health and Education. He is suspected of committing corruption offenses under Article 336 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz

03.11.2025, 19:20
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained Almazbek Ismankulov in a $9 million corruption case

The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that a criminal case is currently being investigated regarding corrupt practices related to the illegal appropriation of medical equipment supplied to Kyrgyzstan under technical loans from foreign states. Among the main figures in the case are Almazbek Ismankulov, as well as several officials from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn, the Ministry of Health, and the Ministry of Education.

03.11.2025, 19:17
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In Kara-Balta, a man deceived and took possession of 32 bulls worth nearly 2.5 million soms

According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region, the incident occurred on February 27, when a stranger, introducing himself as A., gained the trust of a 41-year-old resident of Kara-Balta by evaluating 32 bulls at 78,000 soms each. He offered to take the animals on credit, promising to return the money within a week. However, it soon became clear that the fraudster had sold the livestock to third parties, spent the received money, and disappeared.

03.11.2025, 19:03
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In Kara-Suu, a suspect has been detained for theft amounting to over 1.4 million soms

According to information from the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region, on October 8, a 63-year-old local resident named E. M. reported to the Kara-Suu District Police Department. He stated that on the night of October 5 to 6, an unknown perpetrator secretly stole 195,000 soms in cash and jewelry (including rings, chains, earrings, bracelets, and others) with a total value of 1,211,000 soms from his home. Thus, the total damage amounted to approximately 1,406,000

03.11.2025, 18:41
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In Bishkek, 15-year-old Bilal, a student of a rehabilitation center, has gone missing.

In Bishkek, the search continues for Bilal Musurmankulov, a 15-year-old boy who has gone missing. He is a ward of a rehabilitation center. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a caretaker of the facility located on Kurchatov Street reported to the police that Bilal left the center on November 2 at 07:45. Since then, his whereabouts have not been established.

03.11.2025, 18:20
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21-Year-Old Man Detained for Firing Shots into the Air from a Car

According to information from the press service, a 21-year-old man was detained in Bishkek for firing a shot into the air from an unregistered firearm. The suspect was taken to the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktobrskiy District for further investigation. On October 29 of this year, a citizen named M.N.K., born in 2004, fired a shot into the air while driving a car. This incident became a topic of discussion on social media, which prompted a quick response from the officers of the

03.11.2025, 17:59
Stabbing Attack in England: 11 Injured, One in Critical Condition
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Stabbing Attack in England: 11 Injured, One in Critical Condition

On Saturday evening, an incident involving a knife occurred on a train traveling from Doncaster to London, resulting in 11 people being injured. Unfortunately, one of the victims is in critical condition. One person has been arrested on suspicion of the attack; however, the police stated that there are no grounds to consider this incident a terrorist act, as reported by the BBC.

03.11.2025, 15:55
Poachers with weapons and fish detained in the Issyk-Kul region
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Poachers with weapons and fish detained in the Issyk-Kul region

Information about illegal fishing in the area of the village of Ananyevo was received by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region on October 31, 2025. According to a statement from the press service of the regional police, two firearms of unknown model were found with the suspected poachers. A forensic investigative group from the police of the village of Ananyevo was dispatched to the scene. During the inspection, 87 fish and two firearms were seized from one of the villagers,

03.11.2025, 14:37
In Kyrgyzstan, the organizer of a financial pyramid operating under the brand "SkyWay" has been detained.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the organizer of a financial pyramid operating under the brand "SkyWay" has been detained.

In Kyrgyzstan, the organizer of a financial pyramid operating under the brand "SkyWay" has been detained, as reported by the country's Ministry of Internal Affairs. Following information received about the activities of the companies "SkyWay" and "Sky World Community," law enforcement began an investigation, as their leaders are suspected of organizing a financial pyramid. According to available information, representatives of these companies actively

03.11.2025, 14:09
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Poachers detained for illegal fishing at Issyk-Kul

On October 31, information was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region about illegal fishing in the area of the village of Ananyevo. It was also reported that the offenders possessed two units of firearms of unknown origin. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. A response investigative group from the police station located in the village of Ananyevo immediately went to the scene.

03.11.2025, 14:08
A dropper has been detained in the Chuy region
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A dropper has been detained in the Chuy region

On September 9, a statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District from a resident of the village of Novonikolaevka, born in 1970, known as B.A. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, the woman reported that on the same day, unknown individuals contacted her via the WhatsApp messenger, introducing themselves as employees of government institutions and a bank. The fraudsters deceitfully

03.11.2025, 12:58
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Police pulled a man's body from the BChK in Bishkek

In Bishkek, in the area of the Big Chui Canal, the body of a man was found, whose identity has not yet been established. This information was confirmed by representatives of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. According to law enforcement agencies, the report of the discovery was received on November 1, 2025, at around 09:20. At the time of discovery, the man was presumably between 30 and 35 years old and had Asian facial features. No signs of violent death were found.

03.11.2025, 12:53
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Three Recidivists Detained on Suspicion of Extorting Kyrgyz Citizens in Russia

The press center of the State Committee for National Security reported the detention of K. N. K., S. D. S., and S. B. D., who had previously encountered legal issues, having been prosecuted for serious crimes. The detainees are currently in a pre-trial detention center under the control of the SCNS. If any of the victims of their actions wish to seek assistance, they can do so by calling: 03722 5 60 49, 0995 01 22 10.

03.11.2025, 12:50
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In three days, three earthquakes registered in Kyrgyzstan

From October 31 to November 2, three earthquakes were registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences. On November 2 at 18:13 local time, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.2 (energy class K=7.9) was recorded. The epicenter was located in the Alai Ridge, 15 kilometers northwest of Kashka-Suu, 16 kilometers from Kara-Kabak, and 85 kilometers southwest of Osh. The intensity of the tremors in populated areas reached

03.11.2025, 11:45
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In the first nine months of 2025, 51 people died in industrial accidents in Kyrgyzstan

In the third quarter of this year, there has been an increase in the number of accidents and violations in the workplace in Kyrgyzstan. The Labor Law Enforcement and Supervision Service under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration provided the relevant information. According to their data, 123 accidents were recorded, resulting in 135 injuries, including 51 fatalities. The number of serious injuries decreased from 32 to 21 cases.

03.11.2025, 11:33
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Louvre Robbery. Three out of five suspects released

As reported by Paris prosecutor Laure Becco, the Louvre robbery was carried out by residents of the suburbs. In particular, all four arrested and charged with this crime lived in Saint-Denis, an area known for its troubled environment. This information was provided by Le Parisien. Laure Becco noted that this is not a typical crime for the upper echelons of organized crime, although it poses a serious threat. "This is not a petty, everyday criminal environment, but it is not comparable to

03.11.2025, 11:25