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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

05.11.2025, 14:21
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"Damage of 4 million." The State Committee for National Security detained the Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and two other individuals.

The Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry N. N. E., the head of the department of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports B. Z. B., and the former Deputy Governor of the Talas Region B. N. A. were detained by employees of the State Committee for National Security. This became known from a statement by the agency's press service. According to preliminary data, the Vice President of the CCI N. N. E. facilitated an inflated appraisal of the value of a residential

05.11.2025, 14:05
In Bishkek, employees of the Public Service Center took money for priority processing of documents
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In Bishkek, employees of the Public Service Center took money for priority processing of documents

The GKNB service has stopped an illegal practice carried out by employees of the Pervomaisky CEC, who acted in collaboration with civilian intermediaries. During the investigation, it was revealed that one of the CEC employees, Zh.E.Z., along with intermediaries D.E.M. and D.K.E., developed a scheme in which they collected money from citizens, including foreigners, for obtaining government services.

05.11.2025, 14:00
In Talas, officials are suspected of misappropriation of funds
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In Talas, officials are suspected of misappropriation of funds

Employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Talas region discovered that officials from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic (GAFKiS under the CM KR) signed a contract that turned out to be deliberately disadvantageous. As a result of the violation, the state suffered damage exceeding 4 million soms. According to the agency, in the summer of 2026, it was planned to hold sports games called *"I am a

05.11.2025, 13:50
The pharmacy premises in the center of Bishkek have been returned to municipal ownership
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The pharmacy premises in the center of Bishkek have been returned to municipal ownership

Photo from the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office In the center of the capital, at Bokonbaeva Street, No. 144b, the premises of a pharmacy, occupying an area of 35 square meters on a plot of 100 square meters, have been returned to municipal ownership. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. The Department of Land Use Control of the Bishkek mayor's office has transferred this plot to the municipality's balance. Previously,

05.11.2025, 12:52
In Tokmok, a drunk driver attacked medical staff and broke a window in the hospital
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In Tokmok, a drunk driver attacked medical staff and broke a window in the hospital

In Tokmok, an incident occurred involving a driver who, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, caused a scandal in the reception area of the city hospital. He exhibited aggression, insulted medical staff, and even harmed one of the doctors, as well as breaking a window in the facility. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region.

05.11.2025, 12:27
Case for 12 million: representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and former officials detained in Talas
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Case for 12 million: representatives of the Chamber of Commerce and former officials detained in Talas

According to the GKNB, three suspects have been detained in the Talas region, accused of causing significant damage to the state. According to official data, 17.5 million soms were allocated to the Department of Physical Culture and Sports of the region for preparations for the sports competition "I am a Champion," scheduled for the summer of 2026. Instead of using the funds for their intended purpose, officials from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet

05.11.2025, 12:24
On the bypass road, a car fell into an unmarked pit
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On the bypass road, a car fell into an unmarked pit

In the Chui region, in the village of Alga, an accident occurred: a car fell into a pit on the bypass road, which was not marked by any barriers or signs. This was reported by the victims of the incident. According to one of the passengers, the vehicle was moving slowly when it suddenly fell into a pit that was on the road without any warnings.

05.11.2025, 12:12
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Kyrgyzstan ranks first among CIS countries in fatal traffic accidents

On November 5, the Deputy Chief of Staff of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Boobek Salimzhanov, voiced alarming statistics regarding road traffic accidents in the country during an interview on the "Ala-Too 24" television channel. Kyrgyzstan ranks first among CIS countries in terms of the number of fatal accidents. In particular, in 2024, there were 7,423 recorded traffic accidents, resulting in the deaths of 514 people. Additionally, 636 citizens were injured, some of whom became

05.11.2025, 11:45
Lawyer Detained in Osh While Receiving Bribe
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Lawyer Detained in Osh While Receiving Bribe

A lawyer was detained in Osh by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, who is accused of extorting 350,000 soms from his client in exchange for "assistance" in her criminal case. According to reports, a citizen, A.G., approached the SCNS, who was accused under Article 209 (fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. She stated that her lawyer, S.N.S., gained her trust and claimed that he could influence the judges of the Osh City Court to obtain a

05.11.2025, 11:39
Foreigners detained in Bishkek for attempting to bribe a police officer
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Foreigners detained in Bishkek for attempting to bribe a police officer

In Bishkek, employees of the Interior Ministry of the Oktyabrsky district detained two foreign nationals who attempted to bribe a police officer, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. It became known that one of the detainees, who had previously been arrested for five days, offered money after a fake passport was discovered on him. In response, the head of the city police department reacted and submitted a report to the Interior Ministry.

05.11.2025, 11:37
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Driver with a large batch of drugs detained in the village of Sosnovka, Chui region

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan conducted a special operation during which a significant batch of drugs was seized, as reported in the agency's press release. As a result of the investigation into the criminal case, the route for the supply and distribution of drugs was shut down. At a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka, officers stopped a KIA K5 vehicle, driven by 30-year-old R.I.A. During the inspection of the car, several

05.11.2025, 11:34
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In Kyrgyzstan, 636 people died in traffic accidents over 9 months

On November 5, the First Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration, Boobek Salimzhanov, reported live that in Kyrgyzstan, during the first nine months of 2025, there were 9,078 road traffic accidents. As a result of these accidents, 636 people died, and about 1,000 sustained various injuries. For comparison, in 2024, the republic registered 7,423 traffic accidents, in which 514 people became victims, and 646 were injured with varying degrees of severity.

05.11.2025, 11:19
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Driver with a large batch of drugs detained in the village of Sosnovka, Chui region

Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan conducted a special operation, resulting in the seizure of a significant batch of drugs. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. As part of a criminal case aimed at curbing the channels of drug transportation and distribution, a KIA K5 vehicle was stopped at a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka, driven by 30-year-old R.I.A. During the inspection of the vehicle, officers

05.11.2025, 11:19
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UPS cargo plane crashes in the USA - 7 dead, 11 injured

A tragedy occurred at Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky — a UPS Airlines cargo plane crashed. According to AP News, the incident happened shortly after takeoff. Preliminary information indicates that the left engine of the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 caught fire, leading to a loss of control and the crash. The aircraft fell onto several buildings, fuel tanks, and numerous cars, causing a large fire at the scene. According to The Guardian, at least seven people died as a

05.11.2025, 11:17
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The police reported on a new type of fraud — deepfake

As reported by the Department "K" of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, modern technologies allow for the creation of audio and video materials that look and sound like originals but are actually fakes. This form of fraud has been named deepfake and was announced on November 5. What does deepfake fraud entail?

05.11.2025, 11:15
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In Kyrgyzstan, 9 fires were registered in a day

On November 5, the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the republic reported that 9 cases of fire had been registered in Kyrgyzstan over the past 24 hours. To extinguish them, 9 fire brigades were involved. Of the total number of fires, 4 incidents occurred in the Chui region, while the others occurred one each in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Talas regions, as well as in the city of Osh.

05.11.2025, 11:12
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The FSB seized a large batch of narcotic substances at a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka

As part of a criminal case initiated regarding the illegal trafficking of drugs, officers from the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs carried out a series of investigative and operational actions aimed at disrupting a channel associated with large supplies of narcotic substances. According to information provided by the Drug Control Service, during a special operation at a checkpoint in the village of Sosnovka, a KIA K5 vehicle was stopped, driven by a citizen identified

05.11.2025, 10:59
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"Demanded 350,000 soms." Lawyer detained on suspicion of extortion (photo, video)

In Osh, a lawyer suspected of extortion has been detained. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). A.G. filed a complaint with the GKNB, requesting intervention in the actions of lawyer S.N.S. He was providing her with legal assistance, as she had been accused of several crimes related to fraud under the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.11.2025, 10:56
Foreigners detained in Bishkek while handing a bribe to a police officer
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Foreigners detained in Bishkek while handing a bribe to a police officer

Employees of the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of Bishkek detained two foreigners who attempted to bribe a police officer. They were caught red-handed while handing over 900 dollars. According to law enforcement agencies, one of the detainees had previously been subjected to administrative arrest for five days for violations in migration registration. During a conversation with the police officer, he offered a monetary reward for a "favorable resolution of the

05.11.2025, 10:47
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In Osh, the GKNB detained a lawyer

On November 5, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the arrest of a lawyer on suspicion of extortion. A complaint was received in which the applicant accused lawyer S.N.S. of fraud. According to her, the lawyer, assuring her that he had connections in the judicial system, promised to help with a favorable decision in her criminal case in the Osh City Court. For 350,000 soms, he guaranteed obtaining probation or a deferral of punishment due to the

05.11.2025, 10:38
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Man Detained for Causing Drunken Ruckus at Tokmok Hospital

On November 5, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy Region reported the detention of a suspect in hooliganism. The incident occurred on the night of November 2. At around 00:30 on the Tokmok — Koshoy highway, law enforcement officers stopped a Toyota Ipsum vehicle driven by 30-year-old J.A. Suspecting that the driver was under the influence of alcohol, they directed him to the Tokmok hospital for a sobriety test.

05.11.2025, 10:26
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A lawyer suspected of extortion was detained in the city of Osh

In the city of Osh, a lawyer has been detained on suspicion of extorting money from his client. The information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to available data, citizen A.G. reported to the GKNB that lawyer S.N.S., who represented her interests in a criminal case under Article 209 "Fraud" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, demanded 350,000 soms for "assistance" in easing the sentence.

05.11.2025, 09:52
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UPS cargo plane crashes in the USA - seven dead, 11 injured

A UPS Airlines cargo plane crashed in the United States shortly after taking off from Muhammad Ali International Airport in Louisville, Kentucky. This was reported by AP News. According to preliminary information, a fire occurred in the left engine of the McDonnell Douglas MD-11 aircraft. This led to a loss of control, resulting in the plane crashing and destroying several buildings, damaging fuel tanks and vehicles. A large fire broke out at the crash site. According to The Guardian, at least

05.11.2025, 09:12
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On Too-Ashuu, huge traffic jams and conflicts between drivers due to snowfall

A heavy snowfall has led to significant traffic jams on the Too-Ashuu pass. In conditions of poor visibility and slippery roads, movement has become extremely difficult, and in some places, it has completely stopped. Drivers report that their vehicles are skidding on icy sections of the road, and many are unable to make it up the inclines. Tense situations are arising on the highway as some motorists attempt to bypass the jams by using the oncoming lane, creating additional hazards. The police

05.11.2025, 09:12
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In Bishkek, 14-year-old Datkayim Kamchybekova is wanted

Datkaiym Kamchybekova, 14 years old, went missing after leaving her home. Local law enforcement agencies are conducting a search for her. This was reported by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek to the editorial office of Kаktus.media. According to the information, on November 4, U. M. contacted the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs requesting help in finding her sister Datkaiym Azamatovna, born in 2011. Datkaiym left home on November 3 around 15:30 and has

04.11.2025, 17:55
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In Tokmok, a drunk driver hit a doctor, and the traffic police inspectors did nothing.

An incident occurred at a local hospital in Tokmok, resulting in one of the doctors being injured. A video of the scuffle quickly spread across social media. In the footage, a man is seen behaving aggressively, loudly shouting insults and striking a medical worker on the street. Meanwhile, the traffic police officers nearby merely pulled him aside without making any attempts to calm the troublemaker. They responded rudely to their colleagues' remarks.

04.11.2025, 16:04
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In Chuy Region, a driver who caused a ruckus in a hospital was detained

In the Chuy region, a man was detained for causing disorder in a hospital. This became known from reports by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the region. According to the police, on November 2 at around 12:30, traffic police officers stopped a Toyota Ipsum vehicle on the Tokmok - Koshoy highway. The driver turned out to be a 32-year-old local resident who was under the influence of alcohol.

04.11.2025, 15:50
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The Belovodsk Oil Depot was seized from private owners and transferred to state ownership

Today, November 4, the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic reported on the transfer of the Belovodsk Oil Depot "Kyrgyzmunayzat" to state ownership. According to the agency, in 2004, the oil depot site, with a total area of 7.7 hectares and the facilities located on it, including storage tanks for petroleum products with a capacity of 36,200 tons, was illegally privatized. A group of officials conspired to sell the depot at a reduced price

04.11.2025, 15:25
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Fraudsters Target "Tündük". The Ministry of Internal Affairs Urges Citizens to Stay Vigilant

Recent reports indicate that scammers are using WhatsApp to call citizens of Kyrgyzstan, posing as representatives of the "Tündük" system. During their actions, they demand personal information, access codes, passwords, and even photographs of documents. The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs strongly advises citizens to remain vigilant and not to trust such calls.

04.11.2025, 13:18
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Student extorted money from schoolchildren. He was detained.

Information about the extortion came from the Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. It has been established that a former student of school B.A., born in 2007, is involved in this criminal scheme and is currently studying at one of the universities. Based on the collected materials, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 208 "Extortion" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. The suspect has been placed in a temporary detention facility.

04.11.2025, 13:09