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SOCIETY | 14:05 / 25.02.2022
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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.
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