Tashkent police capture fraudster who swindled millions from citizens

A resident of Namangan region who tricked people into handing over their money under the false promise of rapid financial gains has been detained in Tashkent, according to the Cybersecurity Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Authorities revealed that the suspect used social media platforms to repeatedly lure victims with fake investment schemes, convincing over a thousand people to trust him. To hide his activities, he used phones, SIM cards, and bank accounts registered under different individuals across multiple regions. The stolen funds were spent for personal benefit.

One victim from the Navoi region, who personally handed over 7 million UZS, realized he had been deceived and filed a complaint with law enforcement.

The suspect, referred to as a "fake trader," was apprehended in Tashkent during a rapid operation by Navoi police officers. A criminal case has been opened under Article 169 (theft), Part 3 of the Criminal Code, and an initial investigation is underway.

Previously, in Syrdarya region’s Oqoltin district, authorities arrested a criminal group involved in multiple theft cases.