A shocking incident has occurred in the Bukhara District of Bukhara Region, drawing public attention. An 18-year-old woman was detained while attempting to sell her three-day-old infant for $4,000 USD. An operation conducted by police officers at the scene led to her arrest as she was receiving a partial payment of $800 from a conditional buyer during a meeting arranged for the transaction.

According to the Regional Department of Internal Affairs, the suspect planned to gain financial profit from the sale of the child. This action has resulted in the initiation of a criminal case under paragraph "b" of part 3 of Article 135 of the Criminal Code of Uzbekistan ("Buying or selling a person known to be under eighteen years of age"). Investigative actions are currently underway to thoroughly examine the circumstances and motives behind the crime.

The incident raises serious concerns about child protection and human trafficking issues in Uzbekistan. This case particularly highlights vulnerabilities in the social support system for young mothers and their children. Experts emphasize the need to strengthen socio-psychological assistance and educational efforts to prevent such grave crimes. There is also deep concern and condemnation among the local population regarding the event.

Source: podrobno.uz