Trial of KazTAG, Freedom Finance begins in Almaty
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The Almalinsky District Court in Almaty on June 15 started the trial of news agency KazTAG and brokerage Freedom Finance. Four defendants, including KazTAG editor-in-chief Amir Kasenov and director Aset Mataev, face charges of spreading false information, hooliganism, and negligence.
The Defendants
Four individuals are on trial: KazTAG editor-in-chief Amir Kasenov, general director Aset Mataev, Astana resident Zhanna Kaparova, and Malim Media founder Valikhan Ramazanov. They are charged under articles on dissemination of knowingly false information, hooliganism, and dishonest conduct.
The Charges
The case involves allegations of spreading false information and hooliganism, according to the court. The charges stem from a dispute between KazTAG and Freedom Finance, though specific details of the alleged offenses have not been disclosed.
What's Next
The trial is expected to continue with hearings in the coming weeks. It remains unclear how the court will rule on the charges, which carry potential prison sentences.
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Trial of KazTAG, Freedom Finance begins in Almaty
