A criminal group illegally extracting gold has been detained in the Kyzylorda region. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.
According to law enforcement agencies, the suspects were engaged in illegal gold mining at a deposit in the region. They used special equipment and chemicals to extract the precious metal and planned to sell it further.
The group members have been detained, and investigative measures are currently underway. The scale of illegal activity and the amount of damage caused are being determined.
This incident once again highlights the importance of combating illegal natural resource use in the region. The competent authorities continue their work to protect natural resources and prevent illegal extraction.