Khududgaz Jizzakh branch officials detained for bribery
Department head of the Khududgaz Jizzakh JSC and a chief engineer of the branch demanded $3,000 in bribe from a businessman promising they would help in reducing his debt to the state in the amount of 384.6 million soums.
Photo: PGO
The officials were detained by PGO and SSS officers while receiving the money.
Reportedly, the chief engineer was formerly convicted under Article 214 of the Criminal Code.
Currently, a criminal case under Article 210 (bribery) of the Criminal Code has been initiated against the men and an investigation is ongoing.
Related News
10:55 / 10.02.2026
Former customs inspector cleared of bribery charges in Fergana after 15 years
13:30 / 09.02.2026
Ecology department head detained in Surkhandarya over alleged bribery
12:00 / 26.12.2025
Coal supply officials arrested in Namangan over $40,000 bribery demand
13:14 / 03.12.2025