Bolat Family's Tragedy: Teen's Death, Home Arson, and Justice
Tragedy struck the Bolat family in Almaty Region when 16-year-old Sherzat was killed in a store brawl on October 4, 2024. The family's home was later destroyed in an arson attack while the investigation into Sherzat's death was ongoing.
Sherzat's death was the result of an argument with a customer that escalated into a mass brawl involving knives. He and his uncle Nurkanat Gaipbaev were injured, with Sherzat later succumbing to his wounds in the hospital. The trial, which began on April 10, 2025, and concluded on June 5, 2025, saw nine individuals sentenced for their roles in the incident. The sentences ranged from 1.5 years for a minor to 23 years for Abzal Shynasyl.
The family's home was rebuilt with the support of an anonymous donor and a Kazakhstani charitable foundation. The local administration of Almaty Region oversaw the construction process. The rebuild was completed despite the family not knowing who carried out the repairs. An appeals court upheld the verdict on August 19.
The Bolat family has faced unimaginable tragedy with the loss of Sherzat and the destruction of their home. The rebuilding of their home, with the help of an anonymous donor and a charitable foundation, offers some hope amidst the grief. The sentences handed down in Sherzat's case aim to bring justice to the family.
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