A group of people has been detained in Aktobe on suspicion of extortion. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.
Police officers detained the suspects during operational-search activities. Among the detainees is one woman. They are suspected of extorting money from local residents.
Currently, investigative actions are being carried out against the suspects. The extortion scheme and victims are being identified. Police plan to release additional details about the case.
According to the Aktobe Regional Police Department, the suspects have been detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. The investigation will also check their involvement in other crimes.