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Police detained a man who beat his wife while threatening her with a gun

A man accused of violence against his wife has been detained in Bishkek. According to information provided by the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department, on February 1, a woman filed a complaint with the police. She reported that on the same day, in her home located in the residential area of Lower Ala-Archa, her husband inflicted bodily harm on her while threatening her with a pistol.

04.02.2026, 23:16
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The police reported which buses are most often associated with pickpocketing.

In Bishkek, pickpocketing has become more frequent, especially in small white Isuzu buses that are not equipped with video surveillance. This was reported by the district inspector of GOM-1 in the Lenin district, Janarbek Nurlanbekov, on February 4. According to Nurlanbekov, there is an increase in the number of such thefts in public transport, particularly around the Osh market area. To enhance safety, the inspector conducts talks with passengers and drivers, urging them to be vigilant and to

04.02.2026, 23:14
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Fraudsters Forced a Woman to Transfer Over 10 Million Soms by Posing as Employees of the GKNB, Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the National Bank

In Bishkek, suspects in a large-scale phone fraud have been detained, as reported by the press service of the city’s Main Department of Internal Affairs. On January 29, a woman who fell victim to the fraudsters contacted the First May District Department of Internal Affairs. On January 27, she received calls from unknown individuals claiming to be employees of the State Committee for National Security, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the National Bank. They deceitfully informed her that

04.02.2026, 23:14
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Ministry of Internal Affairs: Criminal Group Engaged in the Sale of a Large Batch of Drugs Detained

Employees of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted investigative actions, as a result of which four individuals were detained: N.u.R., born in 2002, B.Zh.M., born in 2005, M.u.N., and S.u.B., both born in 2006. These individuals are suspected of organizing the transportation of drugs from the Toktogul district to Bishkek for the purpose of further distribution. In the department, it was noted that in connection with these events, a criminal case has been initiated in accordance

04.02.2026, 23:03
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Guys with their girlfriends were relaxing at a hotel when strangers burst in and robbed them.

On February 4, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in a robbery. The incident occurred on December 8, 2025, when a young man approached the police. He stated that he had been spending time at a hotel on Krasnaya Street with a friend and two girls. Suddenly, strangers burst into their room, beat him, took his mobile phone, and forced him to transfer 6,700 soms to an electronic wallet.

04.02.2026, 22:47
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In Bishkek, a "Camry" was stolen and sold in the Issyk-Kul region.

As reported on February 4 by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the First Mai district, a suspect in the car theft has been apprehended. The incident occurred on December 25, 2025, when a resident of the capital reported to the police about the theft of his "Toyota Camry 35." The vehicle was parked on Ob'yezdnaya Street near the market.

04.02.2026, 22:44
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In Chui Region, a suspect in fraud through the "Lalafo" app has been detained

In the Chuy region, a man suspected of fraud through the mobile application "Lalafo" has been detained, as reported by the press service of the regional police department. The incident occurred on January 30, when a citizen named D.T., born in 1994, approached the police department of the Issyk-Ata district. He reported the actions of an unknown individual who, on January 19, 2026, began correspondence with him, posing as a buyer. The fraudster, taking advantage of D.T.'s trust,

04.02.2026, 22:38
The son of the Crown Princess of Norway is accused of rapes. He has appeared in court.
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The son of the Crown Princess of Norway is accused of rapes. He has appeared in court.

Photo from the internet In a Norwegian court, hearings have begun in the case of serious charges against Marius Borg Høiby, the son of the Crown Princess of Norway. According to BBC News, he has become the subject of accusations on 38 different counts, including one rape and three instances of violent sexual acts. 29-year-old Høiby, appearing in court, could not hold back his emotions: he took off his glasses and wiped away tears. At the beginning of the proceedings, he claimed that he did not

04.02.2026, 22:07
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In Bishkek, a suspect in the theft of a Toyota Camry has been detained

In Bishkek, a suspect in a car theft has been detained. According to information received from the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District, the incident occurred on December 25, when E. U. filed a complaint. He reported that between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM on Ob'yezdnaya Street, near one of the markets, unknown individuals unlawfully took possession of his Toyota Camry 35. Based on this fact, the investigative authorities of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky

04.02.2026, 21:28
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In the Ysyk-Ata District, a suspect in internet fraud through Lalafo has been detained.

According to information from the employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District, on January 30, D. T., born in 1994, filed a complaint about fraud. Investigative actions revealed that on January 19, an unidentified person, pretending to be a buyer, contacted him through a platform and, taking advantage of his trust, seized 15 heads of sheep without paying for them. During the investigation, it was found that the stolen animals had been sold, and the proceeds were used

04.02.2026, 20:54
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In Bishkek, suspects detained in a case of fraud amounting to 10.6 million soms

Recently, several suspects linked to a large phone fraud scheme were detained in Bishkek. The damage caused to one of the victims amounted to 10.6 million soms. According to information provided by the Interior Department of the Pervomaysky District of Bishkek, on January 29, L. T. filed a complaint about fraud. During the investigation, it was revealed that on January 27, unknown individuals called her from different numbers, posing as employees of the State National Security Committee, the

04.02.2026, 20:40
Fires in Australia: More than 40,000 head of livestock perished in the flames
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Fires in Australia: More than 40,000 head of livestock perished in the flames

Photo from the internet. Fires in Australia As a result of the January wildfires in Victoria, Australia, farmers suffered significant losses, losing more than 40 thousand head of livestock. The area affected by the fires exceeded 110 thousand hectares, according to information provided by the Victorian Farmers Federation (VFF). The financial losses from these catastrophic events are estimated to be more than 20 million Australian dollars, according to the federation.

04.02.2026, 20:36
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In the village of Luxembourg, suspects in apartment fraud have been detained

In the Chuy region, a case of fraud related to the illegal acquisition of an apartment has occurred. According to information provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district, on June 21, 2025, a local resident named Sh. V., born in 1981, filed a complaint about the crime. The investigation established that at the end of January 2025, a group of individuals, including I. A., used deception and trust to illegally acquire the apartment belonging to the complainant.

04.02.2026, 20:25
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Measures taken against the developer in Bishkek for safety violations

At the construction site of the residential complex "Siren" in Bishkek, significant violations of safety requirements were identified. Measures against the developer were initiated as a result of the inspection. According to the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, raids are being conducted on the instruction of the Minister of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurdana Oruntaeva. Inspectors from the city administration are monitoring the construction process

04.02.2026, 20:09
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Suspect in Hotel Robbery Detained in Bishkek

A statement about the robbery was filed with the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District of Bishkek by K. T. It reported an attack that occurred on December 8, 2025, in a hotel room. The victim told the police that that evening he was with a friend and two girls when strangers entered their room. The attackers beat him and stole his iPhone 11 Pro mobile phone, wristwatch, and cash. Moreover, they forced the victim to transfer 6,700 soms through the payment system "O!Money".

04.02.2026, 19:46
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Threatened with a gun and beat his wife. A 57-year-old man was detained in Bishkek.

On February 1, a statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department in the Sverdlovsk District of Bishkek from K. O., in which the woman reported physical violence and threats from her husband. According to the police, the incident occurred on the same day in Lower Ala-Archa. The man, while in his apartment, threatened his wife with a firearm and beat her.

04.02.2026, 19:36
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In the USA, two citizens of Kazakhstan were charged with fraud exceeding $1 billion

In Chicago, federal prosecutors have charged two citizens of Kazakhstan who, according to the investigation, organized large-scale fraud schemes that resulted in losses exceeding $1 billion for the government program Medicare and insurance companies. This was reported by "Azattyq," citing CWBChicago.com. CWBChicago.com is an English-language resource specializing in news about crime, legal proceedings, and public safety in Chicago.

04.02.2026, 19:26
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After the forced avalanche release, the Bishkek - Osh road is reopened

Today, at the 198th kilometer of the Bishkek — Osh road, measures were taken for the forced descent of an avalanche. As reported by the State Enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol," from 15:50 to 16:05, six shots were fired, resulting in an avalanche with a volume of about 12,250 cubic meters. This avalanche temporarily blocked part of the roadway.

04.02.2026, 18:29
A 16-Year-Old Girl Went Missing in the Issyk-Ata District
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A 16-Year-Old Girl Went Missing in the Issyk-Ata District

Photo of relatives Ulyana Grishchenko, born in 2009, has been missing since February 3, when she left her home and did not return. This was reported by the Issyk-Ata police department, which has declared her wanted. According to information from relatives, the girl left her home located at: Kant city, Dachnaya street, 14. Ulyana did not take her phone with her, which was left at home. She was last seen near the "Alamedin" market.

04.02.2026, 18:08
Honored cycling coach Georgy Petrashov has passed away
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Honored cycling coach Georgy Petrashov has passed away

Georgy Georgievich Petrashov, a recognized master of cycling and a well-known coach, passed away at the age of 88. This was reported by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. The sports community of Kyrgyzstan and the entire world has suffered a great loss. Petrashov was not only an outstanding athlete but also an Honored Master of Sports of the USSR, dedicating his life to the development of cycling in the country.

04.02.2026, 16:29
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The incidence of fraud through WhatsApp groups "JDC in Kyrgyzstan" has increased.

In recent days, there has been an increase in cases of fraud related to WhatsApp groups under the name "JDC in Kyrgyzstan." This has been confirmed by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region, which noted that such schemes exhibit signs of a financial pyramid. Fraudsters mislead people by promising them high and guaranteed profits without any legal grounds for doing so. They add participants to groups and send QR codes that lead to the payment of

04.02.2026, 16:04
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Law enforcement officials checked and sealed 16 pawnshops in Karakol

In accordance with the order of Kamchybek Tashiev, raids were conducted on pawnshop institutions in Karakol. This became known on February 4 from a press release by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). The agency reports that some pawnshops do not comply with the requirements of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Activities of Pawnshops," as well as the provisions "On Minimum Requirements for the Organization of Pawnshop Activities on

04.02.2026, 16:02
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Criminal Group Detained for Transporting Drugs for Sale in Bishkek

A criminal group has been detained for selling a large batch of narcotic substances. This became known thanks to information from the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The group included N.u.R. (born in 2002), B.Zh.M. (born in 2005), M.u.N. (born in 2006), and S.u.B. (born in 2006), who transported drugs from the Toktogul district to Bishkek for subsequent sale.

04.02.2026, 15:25
Suspect Detained for Committing Fraud via Lalafo
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Suspect Detained for Committing Fraud via Lalafo

According to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region, a man suspected of committing fraud through the Lalafo application has been detained. On January 30, 2026, a citizen D.T., born in 1994, approached the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District. He submitted a written statement indicating that on January 19, 2026, an unknown person contacted him, posing as a buyer, and began correspondence through the online platform Lalafo.

04.02.2026, 15:10
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On the Bishkek - Osh highway, avalanches have begun to be forcibly released.

Due to the threat of avalanche formation on sections of the Bishkek – Osh highway, planned measures for the forced descent of avalanches have begun. From February 4 to 8, a special operational group will be involved to ensure safe movement in the mountain passes. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, work is being carried out in the areas of Otmok, at the Ala-Bel pass, and in the Chychkan gorge. The main goal of these activities is to maintain uninterrupted

04.02.2026, 14:09
In Bishkek, suspects have been detained in a phone fraud case
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In Bishkek, suspects have been detained in a phone fraud case

On January 29, 2026, a written statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek from a citizen L.T., in which she requested measures to be taken against unidentified individuals. The investigation established that on January 27, 2026, a group of unknown individuals contacted the victim using various phone numbers. They posed as employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD), and the National

04.02.2026, 13:22
Attention! Avalanche danger expected at Ala-Bel Pass and in Chychkan Gorge
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Attention! Avalanche danger expected at Ala-Bel Pass and in Chychkan Gorge

On February 4, avalanches and snow drifts are expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan due to the deteriorating avalanche situation. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the Bishkek-Osh route (length 198–255 km), including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge, is considered particularly hazardous. Additionally, ice and snow accumulation is likely on the roads.

04.02.2026, 11:50
In Issyk-Ata, two suspects were detained for selling someone else's apartment
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In Issyk-Ata, two suspects were detained for selling someone else's apartment

A resident of the village of Luxembourg became a victim of fraudsters and lost his apartment, valued at 80 thousand dollars. This was reported by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. The man, born in 1981, contacted the police on June 21, 2025. He stated that at the end of January, a group of unknown individuals deceitfully took possession of his apartment, re-registered the ownership in their name, and subsequently sold it to third parties.

04.02.2026, 11:36
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Queues at the border. The GKNB detained the head of the "Dostuk - Road" checkpoint (photo, video)

On February 2, the head of the "Dostuk - Road" checkpoint of the State Border Service of the GKNB KR, A. N. O., was detained on suspicion of corrupt actions. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security. The detention is related to a case concerning the "creation of artificial reasons for the formation of queues at the 'Dostuk - Road' checkpoint."

04.02.2026, 11:28
In Chuy Region, suspects in fraud have been detained
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In Chuy Region, suspects in fraud have been detained

On June 21, 2025, a resident of the village of Luxembourg, 44-year-old Sh. V., approached the police department of the Issyk-Ata district with a request to take action against I. A. and her accomplices. According to him, at the end of January 2025, they deceitfully took possession of his apartment, acting with selfish intentions. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported this incident. According to the provided information, the fraudsters

04.02.2026, 11:24
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In the past 24 hours, 4 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

In the last 24 hours, 4 cases of fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, for which 5 fire brigades were mobilized, reports the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) on February 4. The fires occurred in the cities and regions of: Jalal-Abad, Chui, Batken, and Osh.

04.02.2026, 11:17
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Suspects in Major Fraud Detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chuy Region reported the detention of suspects in a fraud case, with damages amounting to 80 thousand dollars. Information was received from the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District, where on June 21, 2025, a local resident from the village of Luxembourg reported that citizen I.A. and her accomplices deceitfully took possession of the applicant's apartment at the end of January 2025. After that, they

04.02.2026, 11:13
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The deputy called for strengthening safety measures to prevent child drownings.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Chingiz Ajibayev, who holds the position of vice-speaker, raised the issue of the need to ensure the safety of children to prevent drowning incidents. He cited recent tragic events: at the end of January, two children drowned in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region, and in the Sokuluk district, one child died after falling through cracked ice.

04.02.2026, 10:44
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In Bishkek, the police detained a man who extorted 150,000 rubles.

In Bishkek, the police arrested a man named Ch.T., born in 1994, on suspicion of extortion. He was caught in the act while receiving 80,000 soms from the victim. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital. On January 19, B.D. contacted law enforcement, reporting that strangers were threatening him and demanding 150,000 Russian rubles, claiming it was a debt of his girlfriend.

04.02.2026, 10:37
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Man dies in avalanche in Osh region

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Suynbek Omurzakov reported on the tragic incident that occurred on January 31, when an avalanche struck a pasture in the Kara-Kulzhinsky district. He noted that the search for the man's body was completed only on the fourth day. According to the deputy, local authorities and rescue services performed their duties at an adequate level; however, to work more effectively, they require modern snow removal equipment. More than 200 local

04.02.2026, 10:13
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The State Committee for National Security detained the head of the "Dostuk - Road" checkpoint.

On February 2, as a result of anti-corruption operations, the head of the "Dostuk - road" checkpoint, an employee of the Border Service of the GKNB in the Osh region, "A.N.O.", was detained. According to the press service of the GKNB, this official regularly received money through intermediaries for facilitating the passage of foreign citizens across the Kyrgyz-Uzbek border. In addition, he protected the interests of certain individuals engaged in illegal activities in the

04.02.2026, 10:12
Head of the "Dostuk-Road" Checkpoint Detained for Systemic Corruption
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Head of the "Dostuk-Road" Checkpoint Detained for Systemic Corruption

The head of the "Dostuk-Road" checkpoint was detained by GKNB employees on suspicion of engaging in systemic corruption. This was reported by the press service of the special service. According to the agency, on February 2, 2026, as part of anti-corruption measures, a person known as A.N.O. was detained. The investigation revealed that he was creating artificial queues at the checkpoint, after which he regularly received monetary rewards through intermediaries for ensuring the

04.02.2026, 09:30
"Lesson of Pain". The Physical Education Teacher's Assault in the Issyk-Kul Region Reminded Us of Violence in Schools
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"Lesson of Pain". The Physical Education Teacher's Assault in the Issyk-Kul Region Reminded Us of Violence in Schools

The community condemned the methods of "education" in schools A case of violence occurred in the Issyk-Kul region, where a physical education teacher beat four eighth-graders during a lesson. A recording of the incident quickly spread on social media, causing a wide public outcry and condemnation of corporal punishment. Officials from the regional police department reported that an investigation is underway regarding the incident. One of the parents of the students filed a

04.02.2026, 09:18
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Deputy of the City Council forced the Traffic Police to fine the mayor of Balakchi

A video has appeared on social media in which Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Bolo Ibrahimov, previously known as an activist, demands action from traffic inspectors. In the recording, the parliamentarian urgently requests the staff of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate to draw up administrative protocols against a vehicle belonging to the Balikchy city administration. According to witnesses, this vehicle had tinted windows without the necessary permit. As a result of the inspection, Balikchy

04.02.2026, 09:05