Two imprisoned for trafficking in Dubai
A man and a woman were sentenced to five year-imprisonment for forcing two Nigerian women to Dubai with promises of work and then forcing them into prostitution, the agency reports.
Almaty. February 1. Kazakhstan Today - A man and a woman were sentenced to five year-imprisonment for forcing two Nigerian women to Dubai with promises of work and then forcing them into prostitution, the agency reports.
Both the female defendant, JA, 32, from Ghana, and her Nigerian co-defendant, AG, 32, have held without bail. JA is accused of approaching the two victims in Nigeria, The National reported.
They told police she offered work in Dubai as waitresses in an African-themed restaurant. They said JA organised their passports and bought them clothes and makeup before flying them to Dubai.
When they arrived, the victims said, their passports were taken and they were forced into prostitution. They said they were sent to Dubai and Abu Dhabi nightclubs to solicit customers to pay JA US$20,000 (Dh73,000) in exchange for their freedom.
Records show one of the women also accused AG of raping her. Both defendants had denied the charges when they first appeared in Dubai's Criminal Court of First Instance in August 2010.
AG was sentenced to an additional three years in prison for rape.
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According to the regional health department, all of those affected had consumed sushi, pizza and other dishes at the establishment. Patients reported symptoms including nausea, abdominal pain and vomiting.
Thirty-six people are currently being treated at three hospitals across the region. Doctors have described their condition as stable. Another 29 patients are receiving outpatient treatment.
The café was temporarily closed following the incident.
Sanitary authorities have collected samples of food products and raw ingredients for laboratory testing and have launched an inspection of the café’s staff. The premises have been sealed pending the investigation.
Final conclusions and decisions regarding further measures will be made after the laboratory tests are completed. Such examinations usually take three to five days," said Muslim Sagadiyev, head of the Ili District Department of Sanitary and Epidemiological Control.
The affected individuals have not filed complaints with the police. If the inspection reveals violations of sanitary regulations, the café owner could face a fine of up to 2 million tenge, suspension of business operations and confiscation of products.
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Kazakhstan Confirms Death of Missing Citizen in Chicago
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US authorities have identified the individual whose body was previously discovered in the United States as Kazakh citizen Aset Kuralbay, Kazakhstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement.
We extend our sincere and deepest condolences to the family and loved ones on their tragic loss. Kazakh diplomats remain in constant contact with the relevant US authorities and the relatives of the deceased," the ministry said.
The Foreign Ministry also stated that the victim's family is receiving the necessary consular assistance, including support with documentation and arrangements for the repatriation of the body to Kazakhstan.
Earlier, reports emerged online about the disappearance of a 24-year-old Kazakh citizen who was said to be living in the US state of Illinois. Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry later commented on the case and said it was monitoring the situation.
A day earlier, Foreign Ministry spokesman Yerlan Zhetybayev said at a briefing that a body believed to be that of a Kazakh citizen had been found in the United States.
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12-Year-Old Boy Dies from Stab Wounds in Almaty
A 12-year-old boy has died from stab wounds in Almaty. A 13-year-old city resident has been detained on suspicion of involvement in the crime, the city's police department said.
The tragedy occurred on June 10 in Almaty's Turksib district. According to preliminary information, the fatal injuries were inflicted during a conflict between the two minors.
A 13-year-old resident of Almaty, who was previously acquainted with the victim, has been detained on suspicion of committing the crime," police said.
A criminal investigation has been launched on suspicion of murder. The suspect has been placed in a specialised juvenile facility. Investigators are currently carrying out a series of measures aimed at establishing all the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police also said that, following the investigation, authorities will consider whether the suspect's parents should be held accountable for failing to properly fulfil their parental responsibilities.
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Ventilation Duct Collapses Near People at Almaty Airport
An incident involving a ventilation structure occurred during installation work at Almaty International Airport, an agency correspondent reports.
A video from the scene was published on Telegram by journalist Mikhail Kozachkov.
The airport's press service said that a partial separation of a ventilation component - a flexible ventilation duct - occurred while engineering systems were being installed and the duct was being lowered below ceiling level.
According to the airport, the duct had been secured in advance and was being gradually lowered to the required position for final fastening. However, during the process, the structure separated at a joint and remained suspended by safety cables.
No one was injured in the incident. All elements of the ventilation duct have since been dismantled.
Airport authorities said that additional safety measures for passengers and visitors were promptly implemented following the incident.
The situation is currently fully under control. All necessary measures have been taken, and the airport continues to operate normally in compliance with safety requirements and existing regulations," the statement said.
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Child Suffers Electric Shock from Power Line Pole Near Playground in Karaganda Region
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A 10-year-old boy suffered severe electrical injuries after being electrocuted and falling from a height in the village of Dolinka in Kazakhstan's Karaganda Region. The child is currently in intensive care at the regional children's hospital, local media outlet ekaraganda.kz reported.
According to the victim's sister, who described the incident on social media, the accident occurred on June 1. She said the boy climbed a metal support structure of a 6,000-volt power transmission line located near a children's playground. After receiving an electric shock, he fell from the structure.
The child remains in critical condition in the intensive care unit. He sustained severe burns as well as serious injuries resulting from the fall.
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The Karaganda Region Police Department said the incident has been officially registered. The case materials have been forwarded to the regional department of the Committee for Atomic and Energy Supervision and Control to determine whether there are grounds for a criminal investigation.
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Suspect in Deadly Arys Crash Remanded in Custody
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The suspect in the fatal traffic accident in Arys that claimed the lives of two children and a pregnant woman has been remanded in custody, Kazakhstan's Deputy Interior Minister Sanzhar Adilov said on the sidelines of a Mazhilis session.
The investigation is being conducted under Article 345-1 of the Criminal Code. From the outset, investigators established aggravating circumstances, namely that the driver responsible for the accident was under the influence of alcohol. This has been confirmed by forensic examination. The suspect has now been taken into custody," Adilov said.
The deadly incident became public on Monday, when authorities reported that three people were killed and two others injured after being struck by a vehicle driven by an intoxicated driver in Arys.
The suspect was identified, detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. A criminal case has been opened, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Fire Breaks Out on the Grounds of Almaty Zoo
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A fire broke out on the grounds of Almaty Zoo during the night of June 9.
According to the zoo's administration, the blaze started in a photo studio building and nearby excursion golf carts.
Firefighting units arrived promptly at the scene. The fire was quickly contained and fully extinguished.
The zoo said no property belonging to the facility was damaged in the incident. No employees or animals were injured.
The cause of the fire is currently being investigated by the relevant authorities.
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