17.05.2021, 11:22 46319
Death of Asel Aitpayeva: Kazakhstan will send investigation team to Georgia
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In the near future, in accordance with an international agreement, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan will send an investigative-operational group to Georgia to study all the circumstances of the incident and exchange pre-trial investigation information with the Georgian side," Oraz said.
He recalled that Nur-Sultan PD launched a pre-trial investigation against citizen Meirbekov.
The suspect was detained and placed in the temporary detention facility of Nur-Sultan. Investigative actions are being carried out, the pre-trial investigation continues," he said.
Kazakhstani Asel Aytpayeva died under unclear circumstances in Tbilisi on the night of May 5. The girl's body was found under the windows of a high-rise building. Before her death, she sent an audio recording to a close friend, in which the man threatens her with reprisals. The next day he was detained and charged under two articles of the Georgian Criminal Code: "rape" and "driving to suicide".
Source: Kazpravda.kz
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13.12.2025, 12:01 13386
Two people dead after explosion at roadside cafe in Karaganda region
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A tragic incident in Kazakhstan’s Karaganda region has claimed two lives and left 11 people hospitalized, as emergency services continue working at the scene, Qazinform News Agency reports.
The preliminary data indicated the incident was caused by serious violations in the operation of gas equipment.
The fire that burned an area of 300 square meters has been fully put out. Investigators suggest that a household gas cylinder exploded inside the single-story building, leading to the floor collapse. Debris removal operations are currently underway.
Updated reports confirm that two people were killed in the explosion. 11 injured people were admitted to a district hospital for medical care.
The preliminary cause of the explosion has been identified as violations of safety requirements for the use of gas supply systems, including household gas cylinders. Rescue teams are inspecting damaged structures and taking measures to prevent a re-ignition.
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11.12.2025, 20:31 27031
Four railway workers killed by train in Kazakhstan
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Four members of a track maintenance crew were killed by a freight train at a railway station in central Kazakhstan on Wednesday, Xinhua reported, citing Kazakhstan Temir Zholy.
The incident occurred when scheduled rail replacement work was underway on the Mointy-Shyganak railway section, according to KTZ's press service.
The locomotive driver applied emergency braking after spotting track workers on the railway, according to the press service.
A special commission has been dispatched to the site to determine the cause of the incident, and support will be provided to the families of the victims, it added.
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09.12.2025, 19:50 47416
Four killed in road accident in Almaty region
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Four people have been confirmed dead following a road accident on a highway in Almaty region, Qazinform News Agency reports.
The police have initiated a pre-trial investigation.
According to the police department of the Almaty region, the accident occurred on the 80th km of the Almaty–Kokpek–Koktal–Shonzhy highway on December 5.
Preliminary information indicates that the driver of an Audi A6 lost control of the vehicle and veered into the oncoming lane, where it collided with a Nissan Cefiro.
As a result of the accident, both drivers and two passengers died at the scene. Three other passengers, who sustained various injuries, were taken to the hospital.
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04.12.2025, 13:15 83421
Earthquake felt in Almaty
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According to Almaty's Department of Emergency Situations, the tremor struck at 12:45, with a preliminary magnitude estimated at 2-3 points, Qazinform News Agency reports.
No reports of injuries or damage have been received so far. Information is being updated.
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03.12.2025, 12:30 90851
Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash: Bozumbayev provides update
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Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev provided an update on the investigation into the Azerbaijan Airlines plane crash near Aktau during a briefing at the Majilis, Qazinform News Agency reports.
He explained that the investigation is being conducted in two parts: the criminal aspect is overseen by the General Prosecutor’s Office, while the aviation incident itself is being examined by the Ministry of Transport.
The Ministry of Transport is in the final stage of its investigation. We are currently awaiting the final conclusions from licensors, technology owners, air navigation equipment specialists, and others. Essentially, the ministry’s part is ready to be finalized - possibly later this year or early next year. Regarding the General Prosecutor’s Office’s investigation, progress is also being made. You’ve seen the various statements from leaders of neighboring countries, so we hope that part will be completed next year as well," the Deputy Prime Minister said.
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02.12.2025, 10:00 96386
Seven killed in road accident on Almaty-Bishkek highway
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Seven people are dead after a crash involving a minivan and a car-trailer on Almaty-Bishkek highway, Qazinform News Agency reports.
A video is being circulated on social media, showing footage of the fatal road collision.
The police department of Almaty region said a criminal investigation into the accident, that occurred at the 129thkilometer of the highway.
According to preliminary data, a driver of a Honda Odissei vehicle crashed into a trailer of a moving HOWO truck. As a result of the accident, six passengers and a driver of the Honda Odissei vehicle were killed from injuries they sustained in the crash, said the department.
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26.11.2025, 08:00 130686
Quake jolts 160 km northeast of Almaty
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The network of seismic stations recorded an earthquake on November 26 at 07:15 am Astana time, Qazinform news Agency reports.
The quake was centered 160 km northeast of Almaty. No casualties or damages were reported.
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25.11.2025, 10:25 136616
Six killed in road accident in Almaty region
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Six people have been confirmed dead following a road accident on the 65th km of the Almaty-Bishkek highway, Qazinform News Agency reports.
Footage from the scene has appeared on social media, showing that the crash occurred near the village of Kainazar in the Almaty region.
The police have initiated a pre-trial investigation. It was established that a 23-year-old Audi driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a Toyota.
As a result of the accident, both drivers and three passengers were killed at the scene from their injuries. Another passenger was taken to the hospital, but despite doctors’ efforts, later died there," the police press service reported.
A comprehensive investigation is currently underway to determine all the circumstances of the incident. The progress of the inquiry is being closely monitored by the Almaty region police department.
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