Criminal case initiated after fire in Kukdala

Yesterday, on July 16, during lunchtime, an incident occurred in the “Oltindala” neighborhood of Kukdala district in Kashkadarya region that caused public concern. At 14:40, an unexpected explosion occurred in the territory of a gas refueling station serving the local population. We had already reported this tragic event on our website.

It was reported that the fire broke out following the ignition of a fuel reserve. This situation sparked intense discussions not only among the local residents but also across social media. After the incident, the relevant authorities and emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene.

According to the official information from the Press Secretary of the Prosecutor General of the Republic of Uzbekistan, a criminal case has been initiated under Articles 205 (Abuse of power or official authority) and 259 (Violation of fire safety regulations) of the Criminal Code.

It is still unclear which officials' negligence or inaction led to the incident. However, investigative procedures are ongoing and the case is being thoroughly examined.

Following the event, a special commission was established, and efforts began to determine the cause of the fire, its scale, and the amount of material damage caused. Qualified experts in forensic medicine, criminalistics, chemistry, and fire engineering have been involved in the investigation.

Local residents are currently in fear. Such stations are directly linked to the everyday lives of citizens. If proper safety measures are not observed, the consequences can be even more severe.

This incident is a serious wake-up call for the entire system. The consequences of negligence and lack of control go beyond material damage. It once again proves the necessity for stricter safety enforcement at such stations by the authorities.

The results of the investigation are expected to be revealed in the coming days. The public is waiting for truth and justice to prevail. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!