Law enforcement discovers a youth group aiding online scammers
In a series of recent developments, Kazakhstan's law enforcement agencies have been actively combating cybercrime among the youth. The East Kazakhstan region has seen an 18-year-old resident from Lisakovsk, identified as Nurlan T, being detained for supplying SIM cards to fraudsters for creating fake accounts on social media and messaging platforms.
Simultaneously, in the Kostanai region, 16 individuals have been detained for their involvement in a youth network working for fraudsters. The police in Kostanai, however, have not announced any new detentions in this paragraph.
These schemes have led to significant financial losses. The damage from five opened criminal cases, involving residents from various regions such as Almaty, Nur-Sultan, Aktau, Kostanai, and Semey, exceeded 80 million tenge.
The authorities have taken stern action against those involved. The Criminal Code has been amended to impose up to 7 years in prison for "dropper" activities, which involve providing data or SIM cards to fraudsters. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has also made it clear that not only the minors but also their parents would be held responsible for their involvement in illegal activities.
To prevent future incidents, law enforcement agencies have started joint preventive measures with the education department. They urge citizens, especially the youth, to be cautious and not share bank card data or one-time codes, even with acquaintances in messengers.
During investigations, the police have identified 15 more young people aged 17 to 20 involved in similar criminal schemes. During a search, they seized 21 mobile phones, 48 SIM cards from different operators, and a modem.
A new criminal offense for transferring bank cards has come into force in Kazakhstan, adding another layer of protection against such fraudulent activities. As the battle against cybercrime continues, it is essential for everyone to stay vigilant and informed.
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