Information about an attempted abduction of a boy by an adult man in Astana spread on social media. The capital's Police Department confirmed the incident to Kursiv and shared new details. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The 56-year-old man tried to take the minor to an abandoned yard in the Saraishyk district, but concerned passersby noticed the situation and called the police.
Law enforcement officers quickly identified the suspect and brought him to the district police department. Necessary procedural actions are currently underway.
The incident occurred on June 5 near secondary school No. 13. The boy appears to be about 9-11 years old. In published footage, the frightened boy confirms: "In short, one uncle kidnapped me."
At the same time, the Police Department stated that the boy's legal representative refused to file a police report. "Nevertheless, based on the results of the investigation, the man's actions will be given a legal assessment in accordance with the established procedure," the police noted.
Earlier, Kursiv reported that in Taraz, two men in a car attempted to abduct a girl.
The attempted child abduction in Astana has caused widespread public outcry. Many parents express concern for their children's safety. Police urge citizens to be vigilant and immediately report suspicious situations.
Law enforcement agencies continue investigative actions regarding the suspect. Despite the legal representative's refusal to file a report, the police state that the investigation will not be halted. This is an important step in protecting children's rights.
To prevent similar incidents, the police plan to strengthen special programs for working with children. Parents are also advised to teach children not to talk to strangers and how to act in dangerous situations.
The Astana Police Department assures that it is taking all necessary measures to ensure the safety of citizens and that any illegal action will receive an appropriate legal assessment.