A criminal case regarding this incident was initiated under Article 209-1 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "Intentional transfer or sale of electronic payment means, virtual asset wallet, and SIM card to third parties".
A dropper was detained in Chui region in a fraud case.
As a result of operational activities, police officers identified a young man born in 2003, who had previously issued an "Optima" bank card and sold its details via Telegram. The investigation suggests that this card was used by the fraudsters to withdraw funds from the victim. Thus, the suspect allowed third parties access to his internet banking, which is also a criminal offense.
The young man was detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. The investigation is ongoing.
