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The Ministry of Education refuted the connection of the detainee in the fraud case with the lyceums of Kara-Balta.

In an official statement, the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic indicated that the man detained on suspicion of fraud, I. R., has no connection to vocational educational institutions in Kara-Balta. The agency emphasized that previously circulated information about his work in one of the lyceums is false. The Ministry urged citizens to rely on verified and official sources of information rather than rumors.

07.02.2026, 20:29
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In Bishkek, the operation "Synthetic and Den" is underway

The operation "Synthetic and Den" is organized by the Drug Control Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek. As part of this initiative, inspections are being conducted at entertainment establishments operating at night, as well as at places popular among youth for recreation. Employees of the Drug Control Service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, special forces fighters, district internal affairs department workers, and trained service dogs for

07.02.2026, 20:20
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In Ufa, a 15-year-old teenager attacked a medical university dormitory

In Ufa, an attack occurred on students living in the dormitory of a medical university. A 15-year-old boy with a knife injured several people, Russian news agencies report. The Investigative Committee of Russia informs that the attacker entered the building and attacked the students. The victims were promptly hospitalized.

07.02.2026, 19:27
In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud under the guise of organizing a pilgrimage has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud under the guise of organizing a pilgrimage has been detained

According to the press service of the Oktyabrsky District Department of Internal Affairs, a suspect in fraud has been detained in Bishkek. A citizen named Zh. Zh. filed a complaint, stating that on January 12, H. A., having gained his trust, unlawfully took possession of his funds amounting to 110,000 soms under the pretext of organizing a pilgrimage to Mecca. After receiving the money, the suspect disappeared and did not fulfill his promises. A suspect in fraud under the pretext of organizing

07.02.2026, 17:31
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"Synthetic Drugs and a Den." Nightclubs in Bishkek are being inspected.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, events have begun under the name "Synthetic and Den." They are being carried out by the city's Department of Internal Affairs, which is engaged in the fight against illegal drug trafficking. The aim of the current operation is to identify and prevent the illegal circulation of narcotic substances and psychotropic drugs in nightclubs and youth recreation areas. According to the press service of the Department of Internal Affairs, these

07.02.2026, 16:15
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A resident of Suzak was found with 1.5 kg of drugs

In the Suzak district, law enforcement officers detained a suspect for the possession of narcotic substances, according to a report from the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. On January 30, during the course of operational search activities, employees of the Suzak District Department of Internal Affairs received information that a certain citizen was engaged in the storage of drugs in the area.

07.02.2026, 14:52
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In Bishkek, nightclubs are being checked for drugs

In Bishkek, the operation "Synthetic and Den" has begun, organized by the drug crime control service of the city’s Main Internal Affairs Department, according to information from the agency's press service. As part of this initiative, there is monitoring of nightclubs and places where young people gather for leisure.

07.02.2026, 14:48
Promised to Reduce the Amount of Alimony. Suspect in Fraud Detained
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Promised to Reduce the Amount of Alimony. Suspect in Fraud Detained

The detention occurred after a report was made on January 30 to the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District by H. D., born in 2000. He stated that a man he barely knew, having gained his trust since December 2025, unlawfully took possession of his funds. The suspect also promised to reduce the alimony from 8,300 to 4,700 soms; however, after receiving the money, he disappeared. As a result, H. D. suffered significant financial damage.

07.02.2026, 14:36
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs identified projects with signs of a financial pyramid called JDC and MASDAR.

The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported the identification of projects that exhibit signs of financial pyramids, known as JDC and MASDAR. According to the information from the agency, the organizers of these schemes attract people with promises of high profits and quick income, using terms such as "investments," "partnership programs," and "guaranteed income." The Ministry of Internal Affairs noted that initial payments to

07.02.2026, 14:31
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Driver of the truck identified, who entered the oncoming lane at night

Recently, a video appeared on social media capturing a troubling moment on the road: at night, a truck driver entered the oncoming traffic lane, posing a serious threat to other road users. This was reported by the press service of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate of the Chui region. In connection with this incident, law enforcement officials began active search operations. The traffic incident occurred on the Bishkek — Naryn — Torugart highway. As a result of the investigation, the

07.02.2026, 14:01
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"Let me leave the car and go on foot." A drunk driver was caught behind the wheel of a "Toyota" in Bishkek.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, employees of the Public Security Management conducted a preventive action during which they stopped a Toyota vehicle. Upon inspection, signs of alcohol intoxication were found in the driver, as reported by the Public Security Management press service. Initially, the man did not deny that he had consumed alcohol and complied with the law enforcement officers' requests. However, at the narcological dispensary, he changed his mind and began to contest

07.02.2026, 13:52
In Bali, Kazakh model Gulsesim Altaybekova was jailed after a fight
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In Bali, Kazakh model Gulsesim Altaybekova was jailed after a fight

A recent incident in Bali led to the arrest of Kazakh model Gulsesim Altaybekova after a fight. This was reported by Russian blogger Karina Fadeeva in her Telegram channel. The conflict between the girls occurred earlier that same evening. Photo by the media. Kazakh model Gulsesim Altaybekova was arrested in Bali after a fight As noted by the victim, "the case has been resolved, and the punishment took the form of monetary compensation and four weeks of imprisonment. I will let it go, but

07.02.2026, 13:20
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In St. Petersburg, medics sold the organs of deceased individuals who ended up in the hospital morgue

In St. Petersburg, a scheme related to the sale of organs from deceased individuals who ended up in the hospital morgue has been uncovered. The Economic Security Department of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for St. Petersburg and the Leningrad Region discovered this activity, which involved the illegal export of biological materials.

07.02.2026, 11:50
Promised to organize a pilgrimage. A suspect in fraud has been detained in Bishkek.
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Promised to organize a pilgrimage. A suspect in fraud has been detained in Bishkek.

In Bishkek, a man has been detained who, promising to organize a pilgrimage, fraudulently took money and disappeared. A citizen, J.J., filed a complaint with law enforcement authorities. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Oktobrskiy district, on January 12, citizen K.A. handed over 110,000 soms for organizing a trip to Mecca, but failed to fulfill his obligations and vanished in an unknown direction.

07.02.2026, 11:05
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Suspect in Fraud Related to Hajj Organization Detained for 110,000 Som

A suspect in a fraud case related to pilgrimage organization has been detained in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktobrskiy District. According to the provided information, the victim of the fraud, citizen Zh.Z., filed a complaint with the police against K.A. The incident occurred on January 12, 2026, on Madiev Street, where K.A., taking advantage of the victim's trust, asked for 110,000 soms to organize a Hajj to Mecca. After

07.02.2026, 10:53
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In Bishkek, scammers forced a woman to sell her apartment and transfer money to them

Three suspects have been detained in Bishkek in connection with a fraud case carried out through messaging apps. According to law enforcement agencies, on December 22, 2025, G. Ch. approached the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department. She stated that the perpetrators contacted her via WhatsApp, posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and banking institutions in the country. Under pressure and misleading her, they forced the woman to carry out various

07.02.2026, 10:39
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In Balykchy, a suspect in livestock theft has been detained

An incident related to cattle theft occurred in Balykchy, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 1, a resident of the city of Balykchy named J.D., born in 1999, approached the local police station. He reported that on January 31, in the territory of Orto-Böyrok, in the village of Ak-Ölön, unknown individuals stole his sheep from the barn. The damage amounted to 20,000 soms.

07.02.2026, 10:19
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In Kyrgyzstan, 121 children died in traffic accidents in 2025 - GUBDD

A republican forum was held in Bishkek dedicated to issues of road safety, traffic accidents, and preventive measures. Important topics were discussed at the event, such as the implementation of state programs for road safety, improving infrastructure in hazardous areas, including the installation of street lighting, road signs, and the creation of pedestrian zones. Participants of the forum included leaders of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the

07.02.2026, 09:29
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In the Lenin District of Bishkek, 24 teenagers were found on the streets without parents.

On February 6, employees of the Juvenile Affairs Inspection of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek conducted a preventive campaign called "Teenager-Night." The main goal of the event was to prevent offenses among youth, as well as to identify minors who are out at night without legal guardians. According to the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, during the campaign, 24 teenagers were found on the street without parental

07.02.2026, 09:23