Kyrgyz citizen caught smuggling $10,000 across Uzbekistan border
Kyrgyz authorities have successfully prevented the smuggling of a large sum of money across their border. The border guards and customs officers stationed at the Dostuk-Avtodorozhny checkpoint were able to uncover an attempt to smuggle $59,100 out of the country.
Reports suggest that a Kyrgyz citizen who was heading towards Uzbekistan arrived at the checkpoint, where the smuggled cash was found in his bag during routine border checks. The individual had attempted to avoid declaring the money.
The detained citizen and the confiscated $59,100 have been handed over to competent authorities for further investigation. It is unclear whether the individual will face charges or not.
The successful seizure of smuggled money is a significant achievement for the border service of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan. It is also an important reminder of the crucial role played by border control and customs officers in preventing illegal activities and safeguarding national security.
