Individual from Astana apprehended for committing visa forgery, allegedly involving a sum above 330 million tenge

In a shocking turn of events, a woman has been detained in Astana, Kazakhstan, on suspicion of committing large-scale visa fraud. The fraud is said to involve over 60 people, making it one of the largest cases of its kind in the city.

According to the city prosecutor's office, the suspect allegedly defrauded these individuals of a staggering amount exceeding 330 million tenge. The victims were promised long-term and short-term visas for various countries, including Europe, the USA, and the UK.

The fraud is categorised as fraud committed on an especially large scale under Article 190, Part 4, Point 2 of the Criminal Code. This type of fraud is punishable by imprisonment of up to 10 years with confiscation of property in Kazakhstan.

This is not the first time such an incident has occurred in Astana. Last year, another similar incident saw 55 people defrauded, losing over 200 million tenge.

In this current case, the circle of victims is being established, and the pre-trial investigation into the fraud case is ongoing. As of the current information available, there is no evidence to suggest that any new tourist rules introduced in Indonesia were involved in the fraud.

It is also reported that the suspect has around 100 criminal cases against her. Fictitious loan agreements were concluded with these victims, adding another layer of complexity to the case.

The total damage caused by this fraudster is said to exceed 300 million tenge, making it one of the most significant financial crimes in recent Kazakhstani history. The city authorities urge citizens to be vigilant and cautious when dealing with visa processing services to avoid falling victim to similar scams.

Individual from Astana apprehended for committing visa forgery, allegedly involving a sum above 330 million tenge