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Aibol Sagintay

Sagintay was sentenced to 5 years for participation in mass riots in Taraz. He admits attending protests but denies breaking the law, claiming he urged calm. He refused an offer of release in exchange for incriminating others.

LAST UPDATED · SEP 1, 2026

Nurakhan Makhatov

Makhatov, 64, was sentenced to 6 years for organizing mass riots in Taraz during the protests, despite his claim of trying to calm the youth. He pleaded not guilty, and a looter testified against him.

LAST UPDATED · SEP 1, 2026

Yerbol ZHUMANOV

Zhumanov was accused of shooting and killing an NSC officer during protests in Taraz. He admitted picking up a weapon but denied killing anyone, and CCTV footage supporting his claim was not presented at trial.

LAST UPDATED · SEP 2, 2026

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