Another person died in an illegal descent into a mine in Bestobe. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Sputnik Kazakhstan.

According to information spread on social media, the tragic incident occurred today.

Police have opened a criminal case into the death. "Investigative measures have now begun. The circumstances of the incident are being clarified," police say.

It is worth noting that several people have died in Bestobe mines this year. In May, ore collapsed onto two men. Before that, a resident of Aktobe who illegally entered the mine died after choking on food. In March, the body of a security guard was found in the mine.