An official working at the gas supply department in the Sergeli district of Tashkent was caught while receiving $21,000. The incident was uncovered during an operational event conducted by law enforcement agencies.
It is reported that the individual promised to "help" an applicant regarding a retail outlet located in the district whose documents had not been legally processed. He claimed he could legalize the shop through his acquaintances for $16,000.
Furthermore, he promised to obtain a permit to connect the retail outlet to the gas network, demanding an additional $5,000 for this. Thus, the total requested amount reached $21,000.
The official was caught with physical evidence while receiving the funds from the applicant. This case once again demonstrates the severe consequences of abusing official authority, nepotism, and attempting to resolve issues through illegal means.
A criminal case has been initiated regarding the incident under Article 168, Part 4, Clause "a" of the Criminal Code (fraud on an especially large scale) and Article 211, Part 1 (bribery).
Currently, investigative actions are ongoing. Authorities are legally examining whether other individuals are involved, who the promised "acquaintances" are, and for what purpose the funds were demanded.
Such cases serve as an important lesson for citizens: issues regarding documents, permits, or utility connections must be resolved only through legal channels. The path of "getting it done quickly through acquaintances" often leads not to speed, but directly to court.
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