Incidents

A fire occurred at a clinic in the city of Bazar-Korgon

A fire occurred in Bazar-Korgon, located in the eponymous district, resulting in damage to the boiler room, kitchen, and roof of the clinic on Kara-Ünkür Street. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.

23.01.2026, 11:25
In Osh, a police inspector was detained for extorting from foreigners.
Incidents

In Osh, a police inspector was detained for extorting from foreigners.

Lieutenant of the police U.O.Sh. was caught red-handed while receiving money. According to information from law enforcement agencies, he regularly pressured foreign workers in Osh, knowing that they did not have the necessary permits. The inspector demanded monthly payments ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms for "protection" services. Otherwise, he threatened fines and deportation.

23.01.2026, 11:20
Incidents

On the Bishkek - Osh Highway, a driver fatally hit a pedestrian and attempted to flee.

A tragic incident occurred in the Toktogul district, where a driver who hit a pedestrian attempted to flee the scene by loading the car onto a tow truck. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the provided information, on January 20, 2026, at approximately 7:40 AM, a dead man, believed to be around 60 years old, was found on the 273rd kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh highway. He was struck by a vehicle whose driver left the scene of the accident.

23.01.2026, 10:56
In Osh, a police officer is detained on suspicion of "protection" of foreigners
Incidents

In Osh, a police officer is detained on suspicion of "protection" of foreigners

According to information provided by the special services, an inspector from the GKNB, in collaboration with the SVR of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, has arrested a district inspector of the GOM-3 working in Osh, on charges of regularly extorting money from foreign citizens. The investigation has established that police lieutenant U.O.Sh. used his official position to exert pressure on migrants working in the city without the necessary documents. He threatened them with fines and possible

23.01.2026, 10:29
In Osh, a police officer was detained for "protection" of foreigners.
Incidents

In Osh, a police officer was detained for "protection" of foreigners.

On January 21, 2026, as a result of a joint operation by the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic (SVR MVD KR), a district inspector of the Osh City Police Department, Lieutenant of Police U.O.Sh., was detained while receiving money. According to the GKNB, the detainee, abusing his official position, systematically threatened foreign citizens working in Osh, demanding money for so-called

23.01.2026, 10:23
Incidents

A woman died in a car accident in the Chuy region.

In the Issyk-Ata district, an accident occurred, resulting in the tragic death of a woman. According to preliminary data, the driver of the Hyundai Solaris was unable to control the vehicle, leading to a collision with a tree.

23.01.2026, 10:14
Incidents

Promised to "open the way." Bishkek resident gave scammers in Instagram half a million soms.

A woman in Bishkek fell victim to a fraudulent scheme on Instagram, transferring 523,366 soms to scammers. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the October District of the capital. On January 14, 2026, a citizen identified as M.N. contacted the local internal affairs office for assistance. According to her, unknown individuals, acting under the name of the account bella_gadane.kg, convinced her to trust them and promised to "open a path." As a result, she

23.01.2026, 10:11
Incidents

District officer detained on suspicion of extortion for "protection" of foreigners (photos, video)

According to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security, on January 21, a district inspector of the GOM-3 of the Osh Department of Internal Affairs, Lieutenant of Police U. O. Sh., was detained in Osh. He was caught red-handed while receiving money from foreign citizens who did not have legal work permits. It is reported that he extorted amounts ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms monthly, threatening fines and deportation in case of refusal.

23.01.2026, 10:00
Incidents

Promised to "open the way" and lured half a million. A "clairvoyant" was detained in Bishkek.

According to the information from the Interior Ministry of the Oktyabrsky District, on January 14, a victim known as M. N. reported to the police. She stated that unknown individuals gained her trust using Instagram. As a result, they convinced her to transfer 523,366 soms to their account under the pretext of "opening a road." After receiving the money, the scammers blocked her from their account and ceased communication. During the arrest of the suspect, evidence was seized,

23.01.2026, 09:42
In the Issyk-Ata District, a car crashed into a tree, a woman died
Incidents

In the Issyk-Ata District, a car crashed into a tree, a woman died

Today, January 23, a tragedy occurred in the Issyk-Ata district: a woman died as a result of a traffic accident. This information was confirmed by representatives of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The incident occurred on the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart highway.

23.01.2026, 09:35
In a traffic accident on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.
Incidents

In a traffic accident on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, a woman died and three were injured.

A serious accident occurred on the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart road, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to preliminary data, the driver of a Hyundai Solaris lost control of the vehicle, which led to the car going off the road and colliding with a tree. As a result of this incident, a woman died, and two other women and a minor girl were injured.

23.01.2026, 09:30
Incidents

The GKNB detained officials in the case of land distribution for recreation areas (photos, videos)

During the inspection in the Talas region, serious violations of the law were identified, committed by the head of the Bakai-Ata district and other officials. The press center of the State Committee for National Security reports that arrests have been made. According to the information, land plots were allocated without taking into account mandatory forest losses, without a positive conclusion from the state environmental expertise, without registration in the cadastral authorities, and without

23.01.2026, 09:12
Illegal Land Distribution. The District Akim and the Head of the Forestry Department Detained in Talas Region
Incidents

Illegal Land Distribution. The District Akim and the Head of the Forestry Department Detained in Talas Region

Several high-profile officials have been detained in the Talas region, including the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M., who previously held a position in the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the director of the Talas forestry A.N.Dzh. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB).

23.01.2026, 08:50
Incidents

The Prosecutor's Office uncovered the illegal privatization of a plot belonging to the theater.

In Naryn, land plots that were transferred to private ownership have been returned to state ownership, including one that previously belonged to the local M. Ryskulov Musical and Drama Theater. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During an inspection conducted by the city prosecutor's office, it was established that from 1999 to 2002, officials from Naryn and the Naryn region committed serious violations of land legislation. As a result of these

23.01.2026, 08:40
Incidents

In Bishkek, a truck driver was involved in an accident while trying to avoid hitting pedestrians.

An accident has been recorded in Bishkek, resulting in damage to the city's infrastructure, as reported by blogger Aibek Seydaliev. According to his information, the incident occurred on Sadigaliyev Street at the intersection with Leo Tolstoy Street. At the moment the truck was moving, two pedestrians suddenly ran onto the roadway. The driver, trying to avoid tragedy, sharply turned to the side.

23.01.2026, 08:26
Incidents

In the village of Maevka, the police are clearing the streets of illegal fuel trade.

On January 23, in the village of Maevka, located in Bishkek, employees of the Public Security Service of the GOM-8 of the First Mai District Police Department conducted an operation aimed at curbing illegal trade in petroleum products (PP). During the raid on Molodaya Gvardiya Street, several trading points were identified. Some of the sellers were selling gasoline from cars in plastic containers.

23.01.2026, 08:11
Incidents

GKNB: A scheme involving Forest Fund lands and tree felling has been uncovered in Talas. Damage from forest losses exceeds 23 million soms.

On January 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported serious violations of legislation in the Talas region related to the illegal use of forest fund lands. According to the investigative committee, a corruption scheme was organized in 2022–2023 by a group of individuals, including the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M., who previously held the position of head of the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and

23.01.2026, 07:52
Incidents

In Uzbekistan, a girl had 1.4 kilograms of hair extracted from her stomach

In the Kashkadarya region, a 20-year-old girl sought medical attention complaining of severe pain in the upper abdomen, as well as bloating, nausea, and vomiting. As a result of examinations and surgical intervention, doctors discovered a huge mass of hair in her stomach, weighing 1.4 kilograms, as reported by Podrobno.uz. This girl had previously been under outpatient care and returned to the hospital with similar symptoms. During the operation, the medical team was able to completely remove

22.01.2026, 22:19
Incidents

Death of an Infant in the Uzgen District: Police Appointed an Examination

In Uzgen, an investigation has been initiated regarding the death of a two-month-old infant. This was reported by the Osh Regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to available information, on January 21, the Uzgen District Internal Affairs Department received information from the territorial hospital that the infant, born on November 11, 2025, had died due to anemia. A fact has been registered in this case, and as part of the preliminary investigation, witnesses have been interviewed.

22.01.2026, 21:16
Incidents

The guy was turned into a homeless person, deprived of his apartment in the center. A police officer is involved in the case.

The editorial office of Kaktus.media was contacted by a resident of Bishkek, Elena Chasova. She recounted how she recognized her former classmate, who was living on the street, in a homeless man. According to her, the young man lost his apartment in the center of the capital and also suffered health issues. Elena helped him get settled in a shelter and initiated a criminal case, in which a police officer became a suspect.

22.01.2026, 19:37
Incidents

In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt was made to bribe a law enforcement officer.

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a law enforcement officer was thwarted, reports the Ministry of Internal Affairs. As the police officers found out, citizen S.I. attempted to exert illegal influence on an employee of the investigative department by offering him a monetary reward to avoid criminal liability in a case that is currently under review.

22.01.2026, 18:32
Incidents

The guy whose body was found in a burned car near the village of Spartak has been buried.

In the village of Telman, the funeral of a young man found in a burned car took place Turmush — The funeral of a 25-year-old man, whose body was discovered in a burned car in a wasteland near the village of Spartak, was held in the village of Telman in the Panfilov district. According to information from relatives, the farewell to the young man took place on January 22, 2025, in his father's hometown — Telman. He is survived by his mother and younger sister.

22.01.2026, 18:25
In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted
Incidents

In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the provided information, a citizen named S. I. attempted to evade criminal responsibility by offering a monetary reward to the investigator in exchange for not initiating a criminal case that was under review.

22.01.2026, 18:14
Incidents

Family of 87-Year-Old Woman with Dementia Claims She Was Deceived and Her Home Taken

Svetlana Prokofyeva, who is 87 years old, suffers from dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. Her relatives are convinced that it is because of this diagnosis that she became a victim of a fraudulent scheme, resulting in the loss of her property. Svetlana's son-in-law, Andrey Storozhev, has appealed to President Sadyr Japarov and the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, asking them to intervene in this situation. Memory Problems After the

22.01.2026, 16:40
Incidents

In Bishkek, a family troublemaker has been detained, and three children have been temporarily handed over to their grandfather.

According to information received from the press service of the May Day Police Department of Bishkek, a group of law enforcement officers was dispatched to the scene after a report of a family conflict. Upon arrival, the police officers provided the applicant with a protection order. Her husband, who was violating public order, was detained and taken to the station for further investigation, as stipulated by law.

22.01.2026, 15:58
Incidents

A Bishkek City Hall employee was detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms.

On January 19, Monday, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) detained a worker from the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," who was caught attempting to extort one million soms. This was reported by the press service of the agency. As the law enforcement officials found out, some employees of the procurement department of this enterprise regularly demanded 10% of the tender amount, creating artificial difficulties and delaying the payment process for

22.01.2026, 15:35
In Bishkek, pickpockets were detained for stealing nearly 700,000 soms on a minibus.
Incidents

In Bishkek, pickpockets were detained for stealing nearly 700,000 soms on a minibus.

Employees of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek detained a group of pickpockets who became suspects in a major robbery. This was reported by the press service of the department. The incident occurred on January 8, when a citizen E.B. appealed to the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. In her statement, she reported that in minibus No. 161, her wallet containing 595,000 soms, 400 dollars, and a set of jewelry worth 100,000 soms was stolen.

22.01.2026, 15:25
In Chui Region, men fined for illegal shooting of pheasants
Incidents

In Chui Region, men fined for illegal shooting of pheasants

In the Panfilov district, a raid was conducted organized by the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, during which cases of illegal hunting of wild animals were discovered.

22.01.2026, 15:20
City Hall employee detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms
Incidents

City Hall employee detained on suspicion of extorting one million soms

As a result of operational actions, an employee of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," which is part of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the city hall, was detained. According to information provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), A.K.Sh. was caught red-handed while receiving a bribe of one million soms.

22.01.2026, 15:19
Incidents

The GKNB detained an employee of "Bishkektrans" while receiving a bribe of 1 million soms.

On January 19, employees of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) detained an employee of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" at the scene of the crime while receiving a bribe of 1 million soms. This occurred in the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the Bishkek City Mayor's Office. According to sources in the SCNS, some employees of the procurement department of this enterprise regularly demanded 10% of the total

22.01.2026, 15:02
In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car
Incidents

In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car

Two citizens who found themselves in a difficult situation in the mountains of the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region were successfully rescued by the Emergency Situations Ministry of Kyrgyzstan. Information about the incident was received from the ministry's press center. According to preliminary data, their car broke down on the mountain section of Koly-Bel, near the village of Korgondu-Bulak. Unable to get out on their own, they called for rescuers by dialing 112.

22.01.2026, 14:48
32 buildings of the Ministry of Health sold in Jalal-Abad region
Incidents

32 buildings of the Ministry of Health sold in Jalal-Abad region

State financial losses turned out to be significant As a result of the illegal sale of 32 buildings and 5 plots of land that belonged to the Ministry of Health, the state suffered serious financial damage. This was reported by representatives of the State National Security Committee (GKNB).

22.01.2026, 14:20
In Bishkek, lands of the National Academy of Sciences were illegally privatized
Incidents

In Bishkek, lands of the National Academy of Sciences were illegally privatized

The state has returned 11.2 hectares of the Karagach grove In Bishkek, there was an illegal appropriation of land belonging to the National Academy of Sciences. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). In connection with this fact, law enforcement agencies initiated a criminal case under part 1 of Article 336 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the investigation, it was revealed that in 1997, the city hall allocated 11.2

22.01.2026, 14:06
Incidents

Infant Dies from Blood Loss. Police Have Launched an Investigation

According to information received from Kаktus.media, a baby has died in the hospital of the Uzgen district. Law enforcement agencies have begun an investigation into this matter. According to available data, the police received a report about the death of a child, who was born in 2026, as a result of severe blood loss. His condition was critical; he suffered from post-hemorrhagic shock and bleeding. In connection with this, a corresponding incident has been registered, and an investigation has

22.01.2026, 13:50
In Uzgen, a two-month-old infant died after undergoing hijama.
Incidents

In Uzgen, a two-month-old infant died after undergoing hijama.

A tragedy occurred in Uzgen: a two-month-old infant died after undergoing hijama. According to Bermet Masadykova, the director of the Uzgen Center for General Medical Practice, the child was brought to the intensive care unit in very serious condition from the village of Ak-Zhar in the Kara-Shoro ayil okmotu. The cause of death, according to her information, was significant blood loss. “The parents turned to a folk healer, where the child had incisions made on his back. When he was admitted to

22.01.2026, 13:47
In Bishkek, a man seized four cars and money under the guise of delivery
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man seized four cars and money under the guise of delivery

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a man has been arrested on charges of stealing cars and funds from a company under the pretext of transporting them. This information was provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the city. According to available data, on January 9, 2026, the suspect, taking advantage of the trust of the representatives of the company, gained access to four cars with a total value of 159,270 dollars. In addition, he was given 4,000 dollars

22.01.2026, 13:46
Incidents

Drinking Father, Chaos, and Dirty Children — Police Checked a Troubled Family in Bishkek

Law enforcement officers arrived at a call about domestic violence in Bishkek. As reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District on January 22, a check at the house revealed disorder and an unpleasant smell. A neighbor reported that the head of the large family regularly consumes alcohol and causes scandals. As a result, a protocol was drawn up against him, and the man was placed in a temporary detention cell of the Internal Affairs Department.

22.01.2026, 13:33
Incidents

37 healthcare facilities in Jalal-Abad region returned to state ownership

According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), cases of illegal transfer of healthcare facilities into private hands have been recorded in the Jalal-Abad region. During the investigation, it was established that 32 administrative buildings and five plots of land located on the territory of the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital (Manas), the Bazar-Korgon Territorial Hospital, and Kochkor-Ata were transferred into private ownership or

22.01.2026, 13:32
In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of large-scale frauds has been detained
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a series of large-scale frauds has been detained

Employees of the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek have detained a man suspected of organizing fraudulent schemes involving significant amounts of money. This was reported by the city's police press service. According to available information, on January 15, a statement was received at the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department from a representative of one of the commercial entities (LLC). In his appeal, he reported that on January 9, the suspect deceitfully took

22.01.2026, 13:31
Incidents

In the Osh Region, a child died after being marked on the back by a healer.

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, a one-and-a-half-month-old infant was hospitalized in critical condition after being subjected to incisions on his back. It was later reported that he had passed away. This information was confirmed by medical staff. “The child was brought to the hospital on the night of January 21 with hemorrhagic shock caused by bleeding. Unfortunately, in the morning, his life could not be saved. The parents stated that they had consulted a healer for the incision

22.01.2026, 13:28
Incidents

In Uzgen, an infant had cuts made on his back. He passed away.

In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, the tragic story of a one-and-a-half-month-old boy ended after he died following incisions made on his back. This information was confirmed by the territorial hospital, as reported by 24. kg. Medical workers stated that the child was brought to the hospital on the night of January 20 to 21 in extremely critical condition, suffering from post-hemorrhagic shock and severe bleeding.

22.01.2026, 12:52
Incidents

Suspect Detained in Large-Scale Automobile Fraud, - Main Internal Affairs Directorate

- Employees of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek detained a man suspected of committing a series of fraudulent actions involving a significant amount of money, according to information from the agency's press service. On January 15, 2026, a representative of one of the limited liability companies, citizen S.A., officially appealed to the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Sverdlovsk District of the capital, requesting measures to be taken against citizen A.A.

22.01.2026, 12:51
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security disrupted a large scheme: 32 hospital buildings were sold illegally.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has uncovered facts of the illegal transfer of several properties located on the premises of medical institutions in the Jalal-Abad region. As a result of operational activities, it was established that 32 administrative buildings and 5 land plots, located on the territories of the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital in Manas, as well as the hospitals of Bazar-Korgon and Kochkor-Ata, were illegally alienated. These buildings were used for

22.01.2026, 12:44