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In the Courtroom Drama: The Defendants Speak Out
The defendants in the tragic case of Sherzat Bolat's untimely demise took the stand, expressing their sympathies to the deceased teenager's family.
First up was Darhan Askentai, requesting anonymity. "I'd like to extend my deepest condolences to Sherzat's mother and family," he began. "I called Nurbol that night, but it wasn't to instigate any violence," he asserted, denying any physical involvement in the altercation.
Next, Ravil Sakiev took the stand. "My condolences to the victims," he said, acknowledging his actions. "I admit to kicking Nurkanat (Sherzat's uncle) a few times, for which I express my sincere apologies," he added.
The date for the verdict announcement in the Sherzat Bolat murder trial has been set, Sakiev confirmed. He maintained that he didn't possess any weapons and that Nurkanat pointed him out mistakenly.
Nurbold Toktaubayev was next, expressing his sympathies to the family of the loss. "I didn't intend to commit a crime," he stated. "Darhan called me desperate, claiming he was attacked. Darhan is my closest friend, and I only went to check on him. I didn't start the fight," he clarified.
Azamat Toktaubayev, the juvenile defendant, followed, expressing regret for his actions. "Seven years is like a life sentence for me. I understand the victims. Their son is gone," he said, imploring the court for acquittal, stating that he had no foreknowledge of the crime.
The last defendant, Shyngys Belgожаev, sought forgiveness from the victims and admitted his guilt. "Sherzat was the one who struck the first blow," he said. "I urge the court to hold Nurzhaubay Nurymov liable under Article 293 of the Criminal Code of the RK," he requested, adding that the civil suit was excessive and unattainable.
Nurkiais Ilyasov, Didar Kaliahmmet, and Abzal Shynasyl also made statements, expressing their regret and maintaining their innocence.
This courtroom drama unfolded following a bloody group fight that took place in Talgar on October 4, 2024, leaving 16-year-old Sherzat Bolat dead and his uncle, Nurkanat Gaiypbaev, injured.
The trial has seen nine individuals being indicted for the teen's murder, attempted murder, and hooliganism. The latest developments foresee the verdict being announced on June 5, 2025, bringing a conclusion to this tragic saga.
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Sherzat Bolat Murder Case: Live Courtroom Broadcast on June 3
Breaking: Lawyer Requests Case Against Sherzat Bolat, His Father, and Uncle
Sources: [1] Kazakhstan Times, [2] Alma TV News
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Politics and general-news outlets are expected to cover the upcoming verdict announcement in the Sherzat Bolat murder trial, as the defendants have begun speaking out in court, apologizing for their actions and denying any physical involvement (crime-and-justice). The live courtroom broadcast of the trial will take place on June 3, shedding more light on the details of the case that led to the tragic death of 16-year-old Sherzat Bolat in October 2024.
