In Bishkek, law enforcement agencies detained a man suspected of fraud amounting to 40 thousand dollars. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital.
According to the agency, a citizen identified as K.Ch. reported that on March 5, 2025, an unknown man, posing as a potential business partner, deceived him and took his money, after which he ceased all communication.
In connection with the incident, a criminal case was initiated under Article 209 (Fraud) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
During operational-search activities, the suspect, identified as U.M., born in 1989, was located and detained. He has been placed in a temporary detention facility.
Currently, law enforcement officials are investigating his possible involvement in other similar crimes.
The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek urges citizens who have become victims of this individual's actions or have information about his illegal activities to report it by calling: 0 (500) 633-927, 0 (773) 097-185, or 102, or to contact the nearest police station.
The police also strongly recommend that citizens exercise caution and not transfer large sums of money to unfamiliar individuals under the pretext of joint business or investments.
