Khromtau Akim’s Bribery Case Goes to Court
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Sagyndyk Shabikbayev, the Akim of Khromtau, is facing trial in a bribery case, Orda.kz reports.
The investigation has been completed, and the case has already been referred to court. Shabikbayev was detained in November on suspicion of accepting a bribe.
The first court hearing is scheduled for today, December 11, at the Khromtau District Court, according to Diapazon.
Shabikbayev was elected akim in 2023 after winning the city’s direct election.
Following his arrest, new mayoral elections in Khromtau have been scheduled for January 11. The list of candidates has not yet been announced.
Original Author: Ruslan Loginov
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