Border Guard Soldier Arrested for Taking Bribes, NSS Reports

A case of embezzlement involving a soldier from the Border Guard troops has been uncovered. The National Security Service (NSS) of Armenia reports that in the framework of its functions aimed at combating corruption, operational and investigative measures have led to the discovery of this case.

According to preliminary data, a serviceman of the NSS Border Guard unit, familiarizing himself and establishing a close relationship with two individuals (a brother and sister), offered to assist them in securing employment within the NSS in exchange for bribes. Acting with a united intent, from September to December 2018, he systematically embezzled a total of 3,104,632 AMD from them under various pretexts, deceiving them and abusing their trust.

Based on the apparent criminal activities, a criminal case has been initiated by the NSS investigation department under the relevant articles of the Criminal Code of Armenia. Sufficient evidence has been gathered to bring charges against one individual, and the Border Guard soldier has been arrested.

The NSS urges citizens to refrain from attempting to enter the NSS system through illicit means. Those who have been affected by similar cases can call the following number: 010 563515.

An investigation is underway.