Warden Messages
Security Alert (05/03/2007)
The following is a message distributed through the Consular Warden System of the American Embassy in Tashkent.
The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy has learned that, during the past few weeks, two local female residents were assaulted in the Yunusobod neighborhood near the Embassy compound. According to police accounts, a woman was lured to a secluded area in the large field located behind the Embassy where the assailant attempted to rape the woman. The woman was able to escape unharmed. A second victim was raped and badly beaten in an apartment building across the street from the Embassy. It is unknown if the same attacker is responsible for both incidents. The police have yet to arrest any individuals in connection with these two incidents.
The Embassy has reminded its employees, and would like to remind all American citizens, male and female, to practice good personal security, especially in the Yunusobod neighborhood, by observing the following suggestions:
1. Always be aware of your surroundings;
2. Do not walk alone after dark, and if possible, walk at all times with a partner;
3. Attempt to stick to well lit roads, sidewalks, and paths;
4. Do not take shortcuts through alleys or vacant lots;
5. Do not engage in conversations with strangers on the street.
The U.S. Embassy in Uzbekistan is located at 3, Moyqo’rghon Street, 5th Block, Yunusobod District, Tashkent, Uzbekistan 100093. The main telephone number is 998-71-120-5450. The fax number is 998-71-120-6335. The website is http://uzbekistan.usembassy.gov. Travelers should also consult the Department of State's latest Consular Information Sheet for Uzbekistan, the Central Asia Regional Public Announcement and the Worldwide Caution Public Announcement at http://travel.state.gov. American citizens may also obtain up-to-date information on security conditions by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States or Canada, and 202-501-4444 from overseas.