Talgar Tragedy: Lawyers Battle in Court Over Teen's Death

Talgar Tragedy: Lawyers Clash in Court Over Teen's Death Talgar, Kazakhstan – A court case in Talgar, Kazakhstan, is unfolding following the tragic death of 16-year-old Sherzat Bolat. The incident, which occurred on October 4, 2024, involved a group of young men and has sparked widespread outrage. The main defendant, Abzal Shynasyl, is not the only one facing potential charges, as the victim's family is seeking to hold others accountable. The video shows the defendant's lawyer, arguing for her client's acquittal. "My client did not inflict any physical or mental harm," she stated, requesting the dismissal of compensation claims from the victim's family. In contrast, a second lawyer is pushing for charges against the victim's peers who brought weapons to the altercation. "The victims themselves brought out knives and guns during the fight," she argued, calling for a new criminal case. The victim's family's lawyer, Meyirman Shekeev, has requested over 600 million tenge in compensation for moral damages. The prosecutor, Dana Sarsenbay, is seeking sentences ranging from 7 to 23 years for those involved. The case continues to unfold, with the court weighing the evidence and arguments presented.