The conflict erupted following the publication of a statement by Melis Aspekov on social media. The activist claims that during a conversation in a correctional facility, Daniel Azhiyev revealed details regarding obtaining illegal advantages to mitigate his sentence.
The Essence of Aspekov's Allegations
According to Aspekov, Azhiyev used bribes to alter a court decision in a criminal drug case. The activist claims that the prison sentence was reduced due to the payment of money to judges of the Chui Regional Court.
Changes to Azhiyev's sentence according to Aspekov
The activist also reported that Azhiyev planned to seek further leniency through the Supreme Court, with the case hearing scheduled for November 10. According to Aspekov, after his release, Azhiyev intended to travel to Thailand to resume activities related to organizing webcam studios.
Azhiyev's Counter-Response
In response to these statements, Daniel Azhiyev brought forward counter-accusations. He claims that Melis Aspekov attempted to extort a large sum of money from him by threatening to release compromising information.
120 000 $ amount allegedly demanded by Aspekov
According to Azhiyev, the activist insisted on the transfer of this exact amount.
Context
At present, both individuals are in custody. Civil activist Melis Aspekov was held in Correctional Facility No. 16 in the village of Belovodskoye. Following his arrest in March 2026, Daniel Azhiyev was placed in Bishkek's SIZO-1, though information regarding his possible subsequent transfer to another facility is being clarified.
