Child Hit by Train in Karaganda Sparks Safety Concerns

A two-year-old child was struck by a train in the city of Karaganda, Kazakhstan, on June 2nd, 2025. This tragic event has sparked outrage among residents due to the lack of safety barriers along the railway tracks near residential areas. Local resident Murat Tileukhanov stated, "From 735 to the crossing, there are five kilometers. Why is there no barrier? Concrete sleepers, a fence...something should be built." The police are investigating the incident, focusing on whether safety regulations were violated. The child's condition is serious, and the incident underscores the need for improved safety measures around railway lines.