Missing Girl Found Dead in Kul'sary: 36-Year-Old Arrested

A young girl's disappearance in Kul'sary, Kazakhstan, ended tragically on June 6th, 2025, with the discovery of her lifeless body in the Kursai Canal. The incident sparked a swift investigation by the Atyrau Region Police Department, leading to the arrest of a 36-year-old local man. According to a police statement, the girl, born in 2018, left her home around noon on June 5th and didn't return. Her worried parents reported her missing at 9:28 PM. The police investigation, aided by CCTV footage, led to the suspect's apprehension. The suspect is currently in custody, his arrest authorized by a court. A criminal case has been opened. "Such crimes will be met with the strictest punishment," a police spokesperson emphasized. The investigation is under the direct supervision of the Police Department chief. While the details are tragic, the swift arrest offers a measure of justice.