Kyrgyzstan Among Top Destinations for Funds Stolen by Belarusian Scammers

The Investigative Committee of Belarus has stated that cybercriminal networks based in Belarus have directed 5.6 per cent of fraudulently obtained funds to bank accounts in Kyrgyzstan.

The findings, covering the second quarter of 2025, reveal that Russia received the lion’s share of the stolen assets - a staggering 47.2 per cent, The Caspian Post reports via Kyrgyz media.

Uzbekistan and Slovakia followed, each receiving 5.9 per cent, while Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan rounded out the top five destinations with 5.8 per cent and 5.6 per cent, respectively.

The report also highlights that funds were channeled through financial institutions in Vietnam, Malaysia, Luxembourg, Israel, and Chile, underscoring the global nature of modern cybercrime.

Authorities warned of increasingly sophisticated phishing campaigns, where scammers pose as service providers offering fake prizes, packages, or discounts. Victims are lured into clicking a link and submitting personal data - a tactic used to access banking details and drain accounts.

The Investigative Committee urged the public to remain vigilant and exercise caution online, advising users never to enter sensitive data on unverified platforms.