KTZ mourns employee's son among 14 soldiers killed in Caspian Sea drills
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Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ) expressed condolences to employee Samat Auelbayev, whose son Aset Zhanabay died during military exercises in the Caspian Sea. The tragedy occurred on September 24 when 17 servicemen were swept into the sea by sudden strong winds; 14 died and three were rescued. Five Ministry of Defense officials have been detained in connection with the deaths.
Key Facts
- KTZ confirmed that Aset Zhanabay, son of station chief Samat Auelbayev, was among the 14 soldiers killed in the Caspian Sea on September 24.
- The incident occurred during a training mission when sudden worsening weather and gusty winds swept 17 servicemen into the sea; three were rescued.
- Five Ministry of Defense officials have been detained in connection with the deaths.
- September 26 has been declared a national day of mourning in Kazakhstan.
KTZ Condolences
KTZ expressed condolences to the families, relatives, and close friends of the servicemen who died in the Caspian Sea during the exercises. The company stated that the tragedy struck the home of one of its employees, Samat Auelbayev, head of section No. 2 at Shetpe station in Mangystau region. KTZ added that it is providing support and assistance to its employee.
Incident Details
On September 24, during a combat training mission, sudden and sharp deterioration of weather conditions and gusty winds swept 17 servicemen into the Caspian Sea. Three servicemen were rescued, and 14 died. The Ministry of Defense published lists of confirmed deceased servicemen, including Aset Zhanabay, born September 19, 2006, who lived at Shetpe station in Mangystau region.
Official Response
Five officials from the Ministry of Defense system have been detained in connection with the deaths of the servicemen. September 26 has been declared a national day of mourning in Kazakhstan.
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