In Tashkent, a man paid $3,900 for a staircase that was never built

In Tashkent, a man paid $3,900 for a staircase that was never built

In Tashkent, a criminal case has been initiated regarding alleged fraud during construction work. This was reported by the press service of the capital's Main Department of Internal Affairs.

As specified by the department, a resident of the Almazar district, Zokirzhon, decided to replace a homemade staircase near his house. Through acquaintances, he found a craftsman with whom he agreed on the design and the cost of the work.

The new staircase was valued at $3,900. The contractor demanded the entire amount in advance, citing the need to purchase construction materials beforehand.

After receiving the money, the craftsman did not start the work and stopped answering phone calls. Meanwhile, the customer had already dismantled the old staircase, expecting that construction would begin in the near future.

The man contacted the Coordination Department of Internal Affairs of the Almazar district. The investigation department initiated a criminal case against Muzaffarkhon M., born in 2003, under Article 168 of the Criminal Code (fraud).

Investigative actions are currently underway. Law enforcement agencies have yet to establish all the circumstances of the incident and provide a legal assessment of the suspect's actions.