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The police announced the detention of a criminal group consisting of driving school directors.

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, law enforcement agencies have identified an organized criminal group that included directors of several driving schools. Three main suspects have been detained. The investigation has established that the criminal group was engaged in the production of fake documents confirming the completion of driving courses. Among the suspects were M. A., the director of the driving school "Zh.

06.02.2026, 16:56
The police detained a suspect in a driver database fraud case.
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The police detained a suspect in a driver database fraud case.

The police in the Chuy region have detained a man suspected of fraudulent activities related to the issuance of driver's licenses. According to the press service of the regional police department, the detention occurred after a local resident approached law enforcement. It became known that on January 22, 2026, a citizen reported to the police department of the Jayil district about his acquaintance with the suspect I.R. in November 2025. This man worked at one of the lyceums in the city

06.02.2026, 16:56
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Employee of the Karabalta Lyceum Detained on Suspicion of Driver's License Fraud

On February 6, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region announced the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. On January 22 of this year, a resident of the Panfilov District filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District, stating that an employee of one of the lyceums in Kara-Balta had deceitfully taken his money. According to the complainant, the staff member requested 30,600 soms under the pretext of entering data

06.02.2026, 16:13
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Traffic Police: 900 people died in road accidents in 2025

According to information announced on February 6 at a specialized forum, in Kyrgyzstan in 2025, there were 8,456 registered road traffic accidents, resulting in the deaths of 900 people. The number of injured in these accidents amounted to 12,169 people.

06.02.2026, 15:56
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121 child died in traffic accidents in 2025, - Traffic Police Department

According to information presented at the forum dedicated to road safety issues, over 2,000 road traffic accidents involving children were recorded in Kyrgyzstan in 2025. Statistics from the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs show that last year there were 2,217 incidents in which 121 minors lost their lives.

06.02.2026, 15:53
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Two Firearms Surrendered by Residents of Bishkek as Part of the "Arsenal" Campaign

In Bishkek, employees of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs organized a preventive campaign called "Arsenal." As a result of the event, two firearms were voluntarily surrendered, reports the press service of the department. The aim of the campaign was to improve the criminal situation, as well as to identify and seize illegally stored firearms, ammunition, and explosives. Work was also carried out to inform the public about the importance of complying with the law.

06.02.2026, 15:48
Internet scammers in Bishkek seized 22.13 million soms
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Internet scammers in Bishkek seized 22.13 million soms

The victim sold her apartment and transferred the money to the criminals. An operation was conducted in Bishkek to detain suspects involved in large-scale fraud using messengers. On December 22, 2025, a woman named G.Ch. approached the Sverdlovsk District Police Department for help against unknown individuals who used various phone numbers to contact her via WhatsApp, posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and banks of Kyrgyzstan. The scammers deceived the

06.02.2026, 15:47
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In Bishkek, near mosques, the police are uncovering cases of coercion and fraud among beggars.

On February 6, in Bishkek, in the area of the mosques, during the Friday prayer, police officers organized a preventive operation called "Beggar," as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Pervomaisky District. The press secretary of the Internal Affairs Directorate, Almas Bekboeva, stated that during the raid on Abay Street, a 77-year-old woman was found in a wheelchair asking for alms. Next to her was a QR code with banking details. The officers

06.02.2026, 15:11
Promised to Lower Alimony and Swindled Money. Suspect in Fraud Detained
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Promised to Lower Alimony and Swindled Money. Suspect in Fraud Detained

In the Chui region, a man suspected of fraudulent activities related to deception and abuse of trust has been detained. This was reported by the press service of the regional police department. According to the information, on January 30, a 25-year-old resident, K.D., approached the police station in the Issyk-Ata district. He reported that a barely known person, introducing himself as A., had repeatedly extorted money from him since December 2025, ultimately causing him damages amounting to

06.02.2026, 15:06
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The guy wanted to reduce alimony and ran into a fraudster, - police

On February 6, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region announced the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. On January 30, a 23-year-old individual, K.D., approached the internal affairs authorities of the Issyk-Ata district, reporting that in December 2025, an acquaintance had deceitfully taken 38,500 soms from him. According to the victim, the fraudster also promised to reduce the amount of alimony from 8,300 to 4,700 soms.

06.02.2026, 14:45
An assassination attempt was made on the deputy head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff in Moscow
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An assassination attempt was made on the deputy head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff in Moscow

Photo of the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation. Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, First Deputy Head of the GRU Today in Moscow, in a residential building on Volokolamsk Highway, an unknown assailant opened fire on Lieutenant General Vladimir Alekseev, who holds the position of First Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Russia. This was reported by RBC. The attacker fired several shots at the officer and then fled the

06.02.2026, 14:10
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Fake training for money: Directors of driving schools detained in Chuy Region

Employees of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region uncovered a criminal group consisting of directors of private driving schools who were involved in the production of fake certificates of course completion. These documents allowed their holders to take exams for obtaining driver's licenses. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, the directors of the driving schools B.T. and M.A., with the help of intermediary I.T., deceitfully extorted

06.02.2026, 14:01
Fake security service employees swindled millions of soms: scammers caught in Bishkek
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Fake security service employees swindled millions of soms: scammers caught in Bishkek

One of the most high-profile fraud cases involving the use of messengers has been uncovered in Bishkek. The press service of the capital's police department reported this incident. On December 22, 2025, a citizen identified as G.Ch. contacted law enforcement after becoming a victim of a criminal scheme organized by perpetrators posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and banking institutions.

06.02.2026, 13:58
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In Chuy Region, driving schools issued certificates without attending classes. Directors detained.

According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on February 6, suspects in document forgery were detained. The investigation has established that the directors of driving schools illegally charged citizens outside of Kyrgyzstan amounts ranging from 40,000 to 120,000 soms. Without their physical presence, fake documents were issued confirming the completion of training under the driver training program.

06.02.2026, 13:47
Participants of the mass brawl in Manas were detained
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Participants of the mass brawl in Manas were detained

In the city of Manas, the police detained a group of young people involved in a mass brawl. This was reported by representatives of the city’s internal affairs department. The incident occurred on the night of February 6, around 00:30, in the SMU microdistrict. A video appeared on social media showing several individuals attacking each other with stones, while one participant is seen on the ground being struck by a group.

06.02.2026, 13:33
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Criminal Group of Driving School Directors Uncovered, Three Organizers Detained

In the Chui region, the activities of an organized crime group consisting of driving school directors have been suppressed. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, agency employees discovered a group engaged in the production of fake certificates for completing traffic rules courses and finishing training at driving schools.

06.02.2026, 13:33
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In Bishkek, a woman sold her apartment and transferred 22.1 million soms to cybercriminals

According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, on February 6, suspects in a large-scale fraud were detained. Events unfolded on December 22, 2025, when a resident of Bishkek contacted the police. She reported that she had fallen victim to fraudsters who contacted her via WhatsApp, posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security and bank workers. Under psychological pressure, which led her to believe that illegal financial transactions were

06.02.2026, 13:25
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Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley

A sharp deterioration in weather conditions is expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley, as reported by Kyrgyzhydromet. Over the next three hours, as well as in the evening of February 6, an increase in the northwestern wind is forecasted to reach 15–20 meters per second. Forecasters warn that in some areas, wind gusts may be significantly stronger, posing a threat to unstable structures and potentially leading to downed power lines and difficulties on the roads.

06.02.2026, 13:20
The land of the children's health center in Kara-Suu has been returned to the state.
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The land of the children's health center in Kara-Suu has been returned to the state.

In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, the prosecutor's office conducted an inspection of compliance with land legislation. During this inspection, it was established that a plot of land measuring 0.24 hectares was illegally sold into private hands, as reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the prosecutor's office, this plot was located in the Savaisky rural council and previously belonged to a children's health center. It was

06.02.2026, 13:14
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Kazakhstani Woman Appeals to Kyrgyz Authorities Due to Her Husband's Detention

At a press conference held by AKIpress on February 6, Zaure Telemisova reported that her husband, a citizen of Kazakhstan, A.Zh., had been detained in Kyrgyzstan. Zaure, who lives in Astana with her husband and raises five children, shared that her husband is a cattle farmer, while she works as a teacher for children with special needs.

06.02.2026, 13:11
Police used a 16-year-old girl for blackmail in the Uzgen district
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Police used a 16-year-old girl for blackmail in the Uzgen district

This case involves an inspector and employees from the juvenile affairs department. Police officers detained in the Uzgen district of the Osh region were found to be involved in extortion, using a minor girl for their purposes. This information was revealed in a statement from the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to law enforcement agencies, a senior district inspector, in collaboration with juvenile affairs employees, organized a conspiracy in which

06.02.2026, 12:09
In Karakol, a man was detained for distributing extremist materials
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In Karakol, a man was detained for distributing extremist materials

A local resident has been detained in Karakol on suspicion of distributing extremist materials on the internet, according to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to law enforcement representatives, the man published material on his Facebook page taken from the account Turkiston-kg. A judicial linguistic and religious studies examination confirmed that the materials are linked to the religious extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami," which has

06.02.2026, 11:50
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Malicious Alimony Debtor Arrested

In the Nooken district, bailiffs under the guidance of the General Prosecutor's Office took action against a citizen of Kyrgyzstan who had long ignored the court's decision regarding alimony payments. The press service of the supervisory authority reported this. As a result of failing to fulfill his obligations, a debt of 351,224 soms was incurred.

06.02.2026, 11:40
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In the center of Bishkek, order violators were detained after a high-profile video

On February 5, a video became available on social media showing a group of men on Logvinenko Street in Bishkek demonstrating behavior that violates public order: they are making noise and littering, creating disturbances for passersby. After receiving information about the incident, officers from the Pervomaisky District Police Department began an investigation and were able to identify the participants in the incident. They turned out to be men born in 1988, 1996, 1994, and 1988 (M.Z., F.L.,

06.02.2026, 11:23
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Debtor Avoiding Alimony Payments Arrested for a Month

In the Nooken District of the Kyrgyz Republic, the bailiff service operating under the General Prosecutor's Office took action against a citizen who had long ignored a court order to pay alimony. As a result of his inaction, a debt of 351,224 soms accumulated. Despite the measures taken and explanations provided, the debtor continued to evade his obligations.

06.02.2026, 11:18
ICE: A Truck Driver from Kyrgyzstan Became the Cause of an Accident That Resulted in the Death of Four People
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ICE: A Truck Driver from Kyrgyzstan Became the Cause of an Accident That Resulted in the Death of Four People

A truck collided with a minibus According to information provided by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a truck driver from Kyrgyzstan was the cause of an accident in Indiana that resulted in the deaths of four people, reports "Chicago24Online". The road incident occurred on February 3, 2026, around 4:00 PM on S.R. 67 near County Road 550 East in Jay County. According to police, 44-year-old Gert Pretorius, who was driving his truck, slowed down due to heavy traffic.

06.02.2026, 11:17
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Inspectors of the IDN Suspected of Using a Minor for Blackmail (Photo, Video)

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, serious violations by employees of the local internal affairs department have been identified. The press center of the State Committee for National Security confirmed this information. According to preliminary data, the senior police officer, Captain Z. u. A., in collaboration with juvenile inspectors N. A. N. and A. u. A., developed a scheme aimed at extorting money, in which the minor T. A. U., born in 2008, was involved. She was engaged in

06.02.2026, 11:11
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Police officers of the Uzgen ROVD "set up" a minor with wealthy men and blackmailed them, - GKNB

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on the identified facts of offenses committed by employees of the Uzgen District Department of Internal Affairs on February 6. The investigation established that the senior police officer, Captain of Police Z.U.A., together with juvenile inspectors N.A.N. and A.U.A., developed a scheme of extortion. Within the framework of this scheme, they forced the minor T.A.U., born in 2008, to engage in intimate relations with

06.02.2026, 11:05
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In Manas, a group of young people brutally beat a man right on the street

A video has surfaced on social media capturing a brutal fight in Manas, where several young people are beating one man on the street. According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred in the MTU area on the night of February 5 to 6. The recording clearly shows the attackers delivering numerous blows to the man who is on the ground. Information about the victim's condition, as well as additional details of the incident, have not yet been officially announced. At the time of

06.02.2026, 11:03
Intimacy for Blackmail. Police Officers Used a 16-Year-Old Girl for Extortion
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Intimacy for Blackmail. Police Officers Used a 16-Year-Old Girl for Extortion

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, police officers have been detained on suspicion of committing criminal acts against a minor. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The investigation revealed that the senior district inspector and his colleagues in juvenile affairs had pre-arranged and coerced a 16-year-old girl into participating in intimate acts with various men. After that, they staged a "detention" and began extorting

06.02.2026, 11:02
The GKNB revealed details of the "wolves in uniform" case in Uzgen
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The GKNB revealed details of the "wolves in uniform" case in Uzgen

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, law enforcement officers, known as "werewolves in uniform," were detained for involving a minor in sexual acts. This became known through the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). According to the agency, the senior district police officer of the Uzgen district, Z.u.A., together with juvenile inspectors N.A.N. and A.u.A., created a criminal scheme. They extorted money by coercing the minor T.A.U., born in 2008, into

06.02.2026, 10:53
They Coerced a Minor into Intimate Acts. Police Officers Detained
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They Coerced a Minor into Intimate Acts. Police Officers Detained

According to information provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Uzgen district created a scheme of extortion, involving a minor born in 2008 in intimate relationships with men. This crime involved the senior police officer, Captain of Police Z.u.A., as well as juvenile inspectors N.A.N. and A.u.A. They introduced the girl to wealthy men and conducted fake arrests, after which, using psychological

06.02.2026, 10:53
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Kyrgyzstani Illegal Immigrant Detained in the USA for Fatal Car Accident

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reported the detention of a citizen of Kyrgyzstan who was involved in an accident that claimed the lives of four people. This information was posted on the official ICE website. According to available data, the detainee was B.B., born in 1995, who illegally crossed the U.S. border using the CBP One app to obtain a commercial driver's license in Pennsylvania.

06.02.2026, 10:53
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Missing Kant resident found dead in Bishkek

Beishenbek Asyrankulov, who had been wanted for 25 days, was found dead in the Karagachevaya Grove in Bishkek. This was reported by his relatives, as conveyed by 24.kg. The cause of his death has not yet been established. A forensic examination is expected to provide an answer to this question and determine the cause of his demise.

06.02.2026, 10:52
Director of "Suzak Tazalyk Komu" Detained in Land Fraud Case
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Director of "Suzak Tazalyk Komu" Detained in Land Fraud Case

According to the press service of the GKNB, the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Komu," M.I., was arrested along with a citizen, S.N. They are suspected of the illegal sale of land plots. It has become known that M.I. acted in collusion with an accomplice, under the pretext of helping to obtain land for individual housing construction in the village of Blagoveshchenka in the Suzak district. Using forged resolutions from the ayil okmotu, they sold land plots to

06.02.2026, 10:48
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A resident of Nooken was arrested for a month for evading alimony payments.

In the Nooken district, enforcement officers of the General Prosecutor's Office made the decision to detain a man who had been ignoring a court order to pay child support for an extended period. According to representatives of the Enforcement Service, during the time he evaded his obligations, the debtor accumulated a significant debt of 351,224 soms. Despite the measures taken and explanations provided, he continued to avoid payments.

06.02.2026, 10:32
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In Bishkek, the "Arsenal" raid took place. Citizens are urged to voluntarily surrender their weapons.

From February 4 to 5, police officers in Bishkek conducted a preventive operation called "Arsenal," as reported by the press service of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department on February 6. During the raid, law enforcement agencies discovered cases of illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. As a result, two citizens decided to voluntarily surrender two units of firearms to the police.

06.02.2026, 10:21
In Kyrgyzstan, a large scheme of illegal land sales in the Suzak district has been thwarted.
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In Kyrgyzstan, a large scheme of illegal land sales in the Suzak district has been thwarted.

The head of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Koome" has been detained A special operation conducted by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan in the Jalal-Abad region led to the dismantling of a corruption scheme related to the illegal sale of land plots for individual housing construction (IHC). During the investigation, it was revealed that the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Koome," M.I., in collusion with an accomplice

06.02.2026, 10:18
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Recidivist formed a drug gang that distributed "chars" - SBNON

According to the press service of the Drug Control Service (DCS) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on February 6, the trafficking of large volumes of drugs of Afghan origin, linked to an organized crime group, was stopped. On January 17, during operational activities, DCS officers conducted a search of a vehicle driven by 35-year-old A.A.K. Inside the car, hashish known as "chars" was discovered. As a result of the operation, two individuals were arrested: 31-year-old T.J.J., who

06.02.2026, 09:59
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The head of the municipal enterprise was detained in a case of illegal land sales.

In the Suzak district, a scheme for the illegal sale of land has been uncovered. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to available information, the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Koome" M. I. and his partner S. N. used forged documents to sell plots for individual housing construction (IHC) in the village of Blagoveshchenka, selling them for prices ranging from 700,000 to 1.5 million soms.

06.02.2026, 09:57
Kyrgyzstani Man Detained in the USA, Accused of a Car Accident with Four Fatalities in Indiana
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Kyrgyzstani Man Detained in the USA, Accused of a Car Accident with Four Fatalities in Indiana

In Indiana, Bekzhan Beishekeev, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, has been arrested on suspicion of involvement in a traffic accident that claimed the lives of four people. The incident occurred on February 3, when the truck driven by Beishekeev crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a van, according to a police report. This was reported by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As a result of this tragedy, the Aiker family perished: 50-year-old Henry, 25-year-old Menno,

06.02.2026, 09:48
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Members of the Organized Crime Group Detained for the Sale of Afghan-Origin Drugs

In Bishkek, the activities of an organized crime group involved in the sale of drugs produced in Afghanistan have been halted. This was reported by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to information from law enforcement agencies, on January 17, as a result of operational actions during a search of the vehicle of citizen A.A.K., born in 1988, narcotic substances were found — hashish (chars) of Afghan origin.

06.02.2026, 09:43