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In a recent court ruling, two caregivers have been found guilty of negligence leading to the death of a minor child in Kazakhstan. The case, which was initiated under part 2 of article 141 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan, has been making headlines in local news.
The incident occurred at a local park, where the defendants took 27 children aged 6 to 10, violating internal instructions and failing to conduct a safety briefing. The defendants did not admit guilt, claiming the incident was an unfortunate accident.
One of the boys was left unattended and sustained serious injuries after climbing onto a broken swing meant for children with special needs. The child remained unconscious from July 11 to 23, 2024, and tragically passed away on July 23.
Both defendants have minor children, which the court considered a mitigating circumstance. As a result, the defendants were sentenced to 2 years imprisonment, with a 2-year ban on working with minors and in pedagogical positions. However, according to the Amnesty Law, both women were released from the main punishment.
The civil claim from the injured party was partially satisfied, and the verdict has not yet entered into legal force, allowing for potential appeals in the established manner. The specifics of any potential appeals or the current status of the case were not available in the provided sources.
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of proper supervision and adherence to safety guidelines when caring for children. It is crucial for caregivers to prioritise the safety and wellbeing of the children in their care, especially in public spaces.
- This noteworthy case, initially reported in general-news sections, has also been discussed extensively in crime-and-justice forums due to the negligence that led to a child's death.
- The sentencing of the two caregivers, who violated safety guidelines and received a two-year imprisonment coupled with a two-year ban on working with minors, has sparked discussions in politics about laws protecting children in public spaces.
