According to her information, the activist was subjected to physical violence, tortured with an electric shocker, and strangled, yet those responsible have not been punished to this day.
Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova also noted that despite talks of a "thaw," issues of law enforcement practices remain relevant. She believes that some citizens are still in custody without their cases being reviewed, while others are released on probation without proper assessment by the authorities.
The human rights activist questions why single mother Kanakei Aranova continues to be imprisoned while Adilet Baltabay, according to her, was convicted for protesting against casinos. She also expresses doubts about the legality of the sentence against Askhat Zhetigen, claiming that if the basis for it is foul language, then "half the country should be in prison."
Additionally, the human rights activist raised the issue of potential responsibility for those who may have been involved in fabricating criminal cases, including experts.
Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova. A new letter from Askhat Zhetigen
Askhat Zhetigen also sent a new letter, emphasizing that he does not change his beliefs and does not regret his words, despite being imprisoned. He notes that he endures the trials with fortitude and finds solace in the fact that his creativity continues to inspire the youth. Zhetigen expressed hope for a soon meeting with his family and is confident that his service to the homeland is still ahead.
Recall that in early March, Askhat Zhetigen reported pressure and threats in colony No. 27 after his complaints to the ombudsman about corruption, claiming that he was being unlawfully held in a punishment cell. Later, as reported by lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov, after a visit from the head of the GSIN, the akyn was released from the punishment isolation, and the colony's management was instructed on the necessity of respecting the rights of prisoners.
