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Uzbekistan Opens Case Over Alleged Abuse of Child in Bukhara

Uzbekistan Opens Case Over Alleged Abuse of Child in Bukhara
Uzbekistan Opens Case Over Alleged Abuse of Child in Bukhara

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — A criminal case has been opened in Karakul district of Bukhara Region over alleged indecent acts against a girl born in 2018.

According to law enforcement authorities, the incident occurred on 23 October 2026. A man identified as Sh. R. is suspected of committing the alleged offences.

The Karakul District Prosecutor’s Office opened a criminal case under Part 3 of Article 129 of Uzbekistan’s Criminal Code. Investigative proceedings are underway, and the prosecutor’s office is monitoring the investigation.

The Inson Social Services Centre in Karakul district has reviewed the situation and is taking measures to provide the girl with the necessary social and psychological support.

The case is also being monitored by Uzbekistan’s National Agency for Social Protection.

Anvar Umarov
Anvar Umarov

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