Zhitikara man tried for killing teen son who defended mother
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Yevgeny Kanylin faces trial in Zhitikara for fatally stabbing his 15-year-old son and attempting to kill his wife on April 25. The teenager intervened after Kanylin stabbed his mother during a domestic dispute. Prosecutors seek a 22-year prison sentence, while the victim's relatives demand life imprisonment.
Key Facts
- Yevgeny Kanylin is charged with the murder of his 15-year-old son and attempted murder of his wife in Zhitikara.
- The incident occurred on the night of April 25 in the family's apartment after the couple and a relative had been drinking alcohol.
- Kanylin stabbed his wife in the abdomen, then inflicted four knife wounds on his son, who died at the scene.
- The prosecution is seeking a 22-year prison sentence, while the victim's relatives demand life imprisonment.
- Kanylin fully admitted guilt and expressed remorse in court.
The Attack
The tragedy occurred on the night of April 25 in the family's apartment in Zhitikara. Before the conflict, the spouses and a visiting relative had been drinking alcohol. After the guest left, an argument broke out between Kanylin and his wife. According to the prosecution, Kanylin grabbed a kitchen knife and stabbed his wife in the abdomen. Hearing his mother's scream, the 15-year-old son ran into the room and tried to stop Kanylin.
Court Proceedings
State prosecutor Gulmira Kenzhetayeva stated that Kanylin, aware he was facing a minor, inflicted four knife wounds on the teenager. The boy died at the scene from his injuries. Kanylin then continued attacking his wife in the bedroom until a relative of the woman returned and disarmed him. A forensic psychiatric examination found Kanylin had no mental illness and could understand the nature and danger of his actions. The prosecutor requested a 22-year prison sentence in a medium-security penal institution.
Defendant's Statement
Kanylin fully admitted guilt and expressed remorse, saying he caused great pain to his family and did not want it to happen. The victim and representatives of the deceased teenager's relatives insist on life imprisonment. The verdict is expected to be announced in the coming days.
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Zhitikara man tried for killing teen son who defended mother
