Salim Abduvaliyev, an Uzbek criminal leader and businessman, has been added to the international wanted list. This development follows an investigation by Kyrgyzstan’s State Committee for National Security, which uncovered evidence of Abduvaliev’s financial support for the late crime boss Kamchy Kolbaev’s criminal organization.

The committee disclosed that the investigation into money laundering activities revealed Abduvaliev’s involvement in financing Kolbaev’s group. Abduvaliev, who is also known as Salimbay, was convicted in 2024 for firearm possession.

Abduvaliev played a significant role in the criminal landscape of the CIS region by facilitating drug trafficking channels to Europe, according to the report. He established and maintained connections with Kolbaev, providing regular financial support and aiding his ascent as a leading figure in the criminal underworld of Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia.

The committee highlighted that Abduvaliev and Kolbaev had a close working relationship, with Kolbaev frequently attending events organized by Abduvaliev in Uzbekistan. This relationship was instrumental in Abduvaliev’s efforts to extend his influence across Kyrgyzstan and the CIS countries.

In response to these findings, the Oktyabrskiy District Court has issued an order for Abduvaliev’s detention in absentia.