Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — Illegal extraction of sand and gravel was uncovered on the right bank of the Chirchiq River in Yukorichirchiq district, Tashkent region.
The violation was discovered by Eco Police officers during a night raid in the Nurafshon mahalla.
According to the inspection findings, the extracted materials were being transported to a nearby stone-crushing facility.
Inspectors also found that some of the pits left by the extraction were being filled with construction waste and then covered with soil.
Drivers of the vehicles involved were questioned, relevant reports were drawn up, and the vehicles were taken to an impound lot.
Specialists also carried out measurements to determine the exact volume of the illegally extracted sand and gravel.
Once the final assessment has been completed, the materials are expected to be forwarded to law enforcement agencies for a legal assessment of the violations and appropriate action.
