The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Uzbekistan has recorded an increase in cases of fraud, where attackers impersonate employees of authorities and promise citizens to "resolve issues" for money. In March 2026, several episodes were identified: citizens were detained while receiving from $1,800 to 6 million soums for promises of assistance in obtaining "fancy" license plates or returning a car from a impound lot.
In addition, a case of telephone fraud was recorded: an attacker introduced himself as a "cybersecurity" officer and received 2.5 million soums from a citizen on a bank card. In all cases, criminal cases have been initiated under the article on fraud, it has been established that the detainees are not related to the Ministry of Internal Affairs.
The agency reminds that the employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs do not provide paid services and urges citizens to be vigilant. You can report suspicious activities by calling the hotline 1102 or to the Main Directorate of Internal Security - confidentiality is guaranteed.