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Tashkent resident arrested for attempting to illegally send another individual to the US for $40,000
A Tashkent man has been arrested after attempting to send another individual to the United States for $40,000, promising to secure a visa and employment there through his connections.
Photo: PGO department
The operation, conducted by the Department of the General Prosecutor’s Office in the Chilonzor district, in collaboration with officers from the State Security Service (SSS), led to the arrest.
During the operation, the suspect, identified as N.M., gained the trust of a citizen, B.G., by claiming to have connections with high-ranking officials. N.M. promised to arrange a U.S. visa and employment for B.G. In return for these services, he received $40,000. The suspect was arrested while in possession of physical evidence linking him to the crime.
A criminal case has been opened against N.M. under Articles 168 (fraud) and 211 (bribery) of the Criminal Code. The investigation is ongoing.
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