Convicted: Kazakhstan resident for subjecting adoptive daughter to maltreatment, receiving jail sentence.
Title: Karaganda Man Gets Three-Year Prison Term for Beating Stepdaughter; Another Child Abuse Case in the Region on Trial
Ẽbarking on the grim scene in Shakhtinsk, a man, wasted from alcohol, mercilessly battered his four-year-old stepdaughter late last year. With blows raining down on her head, face, and back, he didn’t stop until he whipped her with a towel. His justification? Her "defiance."
The horrifying incident was first heard in the Karaganda Regional Juvenile Court. The defendant confessed and showed remorse, providing the court with mitigating factors like contriteness, a clean record, and family support. Consequently, he was sentenced to probation under a three-year control period, along with a one million tenge fine for the child's guardians (social services) as compensation for moral damages.
However, the prosecution argued the sentence was too lenient and appealed the decision. The Karaganda Regional Court's Criminal Chamber agreed and overturned the probation sentence. Now, the man faces three years in a medium-security prison. The courtroom instantly handled the custody transfer.
shrugged. "The term of probation has been revoked. The appeals panel ruled to sentence the guardian to three years imprisonment in a medium-security facility," reported the Karaganda Regional Court press service.
On a related note, it's worth mentioning that another criminal trial is underway in the Karaganda region. A foster family is standing trial for the alleged torture of six children. According to the investigation, the kids were subjected to appalling treatment, including beatings, starvation, and sleeping in a dog kennel. One boy sustained a severe head injury, and the children were reportedly forced to eat macaroni mixed with feces.
The foster parents are also being accused of misusing over six million tenge allocated for the children's support, spending it on gambling and lotteries. Currently, the trial is in progress, with the affected children and their grandmother participating in the proceedings.
"Slept in a Dog Kennel": Foster Family Faces Trial for Child Cruelty
In Kazakhstan, family conflicts and domestic violence, often including child abuse elements, continue to be a significant concern. In 2024, Kazakhstan reclassified certain domestic violence offenses, such as assault and minor bodily harm, from administrative to criminal offenses. However, family disputes without severe physical harm are still primarily addressed through Article 73 of Kazakhstan's Administrative Code, which covers insults, humiliation, and property damage[1].
Effectiveness of measures to prevent and stop domestic violence remains an issue, with violence frequently recurring even after interventions. Protective measures have been criticized for being inadequate, illuminating ongoing issues in ensuring victim safety[1].
Disparities in domestic violence prevalence can be found across regions. In Karaganda, 14% of respondents reported experiencing domestic violence in 2024, which is lower compared to areas like Mangistau[1]. Efforts by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Information and Social Development are recommended to instruct communities on recognizing signs of abuse and preventing it, underscoring ongoing policy focus on abuse prevention[2].
If you're seeking an up-to-date account of child abuse cases specifically in Karaganda, it's advisable to consult local law enforcement, child protection agencies, or regional news sources for accurate and current information.
In the wake of the Karaganda man's three-year prison sentence for beating his stepdaughter, it seems that general-news stories related to crime-and-justice are not decreasing in the region. Currently, another child abuse case involving a foster family is on trial in Karaganda, drawing attention to the ongoing issue of child abuse in the region. Despite Kazakhstan's efforts to reclassify certain domestic violence offenses as criminal acts, cases such as these highlight the need for increased awareness and preventative measures, particularly in areas like Karaganda.
