In Kyrgyzstan, as part of the reform of law enforcement agencies, an Investigative Committee will be established. This was announced by the country's president, Sadyr Japarov, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. He explained the necessity of creating this body by stating that it is essential to eliminate pressure on investigative processes.
The president noted that currently, operational staff and investigators in the State National Security Committee (GKNB) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) report to one minister. "For example, an operative can bring materials of a case that are, in essence, unjust, and there is a risk that a person may be 'set up.' When the case reaches the investigator, he may realize that it will not withstand judicial scrutiny and refuse to accept it. In this case, the minister can call the investigator and give the instruction: 'Accept it and initiate a criminal case!' The investigator finds himself in a situation where he has no choice but to comply," Japarov said.
According to the president, the new Investigative Committee will report directly to him, which will prevent the acceptance of "raw" or fabricated cases coming from operatives or ministers.
"Thus, we will be able to ensure the protection of human rights, if not 100%, then at least 95%. This will create safety for future generations," he added.
