Tashkent police arrest suspect in especially large-scale fraud case

According to the investigation, Xayrullo Shokirov created profiles on Instagram, Telegram, and YouTube, where he presented himself as a major distributor and entrepreneur. Investigators say he sought to enrich himself through deception and abuse of trust.

He also claimed to have the authority to import large consignments of pomegranate juice and soft drinks from abroad and to distribute them to retail outlets across Uzbekistan.

The suspect allegedly promised citizens high salaries and a share of profits from distribution activities. By knowingly making false promises and gaining people’s trust, he caused substantial financial damage to multiple victims.

A criminal case has been opened under Article 168, Part 4(a) of the Criminal Code, which covers fraud on an especially large scale. A preventive measure in the form of detention has been applied to the suspect.

Citizens who have suffered from the suspect’s actions or who have information relevant to the case are asked to contact the Investigation Department of the Tashkent City Department of Internal Affairs by calling 71-206-40-99, 71-206-42-52, or the short number 102.