An Uzbek citizen identified as S.A., who was wanted internationally, has been detained in Türkiye and handed over to Uzbekistan’s competent authorities, following cooperation between the law enforcement agencies of the two countries.

S.A. is suspected of misappropriating and embezzling credit funds, allegedly causing 5 billion Uzbek soums in damage to the state budget, The Caspian Post reports, citing UzDaily.

He had been placed on an international wanted list under Part 3 of Article 167 of Uzbekistan’s Criminal Code.

Following his detention in Türkiye, S.A. was transferred to the relevant Uzbek authorities for further investigative and procedural measures.

Law enforcement agencies in Uzbekistan and Türkiye continue to cooperate in efforts to combat crime, locate internationally wanted individuals and prevent them from evading legal responsibility.