Investigation Completed in Perizat Kairat Fraud Case, Over 100 Witnesses Questioned

The investigation into the criminal case involving social activist Perizat Kairat and her mother has been completed. Both women have been officially recognized as suspects, and the stage of familiarization with the case materials is currently underway, Orda.kz reports.

Details of the case were shared by Deputy Chair of the Financial Monitoring Agency (FMA) Zhenis Yelemesov. He stated that the suspect had been delaying the familiarization process, prompting authorities to set a specific deadline.

Because she was prolonging the review process, a timeframe was set. That timeframe ends on June 9. Then, according to the Criminal Procedure Code, she and her lawyers are given three days to file a motion. After these motions are reviewed, the case is sent to the prosecutor's office, which within 10 days decides whether to send it to court or take other action,
said Yelemesov in the Majilis, responding to media questions. 

Over 100 individuals were questioned during the investigation. While the total number of victims was not disclosed, some were identified as donors who contributed to charity drives.

Perizat Kairat is suspected of embezzling 3.5 billion tenge. According to the FMA, she raised these funds for charitable purposes through the public association Biz Birgemiz Qazaqstan 2030, appealing to Kazakhstani citizens to help children affected by floods in various regions and residents of Palestine.

The funds were allegedly deposited into her personal account or the account of her mother, Gaini Alashbayeva.

Authorities have seized high-value property belonging to the activist, including luxury cars, apartments, jewelry, and branded clothing.

Original Author: Zarina Fayzulina