A resident of Astana has been brought to administrative responsibility after he went on a horse ride through the streets of the capital to film a promotional video for one of the establishments. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The 35-year-old man rode a horse along the roadway and sidewalks, obstructing pedestrians. Heading towards the Baiterek monument, at one of the intersections, the animal dirtied the sidewalk and trampled green spaces. These actions violated the requirements of legislation in the field of landscaping. The man was brought to administrative responsibility on both counts.
Details of the Incident
The Police Department of Astana reported this on its Instagram account. According to the department, the horse owner moved along the roadway and sidewalks, creating obstacles for pedestrians. When he was heading towards the Baiterek monument, at one intersection, the animal dirtied the sidewalk and trampled green spaces. These actions were qualified as a violation of landscaping rules.
Legal Requirements
According to the Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Administrative Offenses, violation of rules for keeping animals in urban conditions entails administrative responsibility. In this case, the man was held accountable under two articles: for improper keeping of the animal and for violation of landscaping rules.
Previous Similar Case
Earlier, Kursiv reported that in Astana, the police fined a well-known blogger Aitym Zhakupov after a video appeared on social media showing gross violations of traffic rules. Driving a Mercedes-Benz, he ignored road signs, changed lanes without turning on turn signals, drove into oncoming traffic, and created an emergency situation.
Public Resonance
This incident caused a wide public resonance. Many city residents demand a ban on moving animals on city streets. Experts note that such actions not only pose a threat to safety but also damage the city's ecology.
Police Warning
The Astana police urge citizens to strictly comply with legal requirements. The department reminds that regular raids are conducted to prevent such violations. Additionally, police remind that moving animals on city streets is prohibited.
Conclusion
This case highlights the importance of complying with safety and landscaping rules. Administrative responsibility is an effective tool for preventing offenses. The Astana police will continue their work in this direction.