In Karaganda, a 66-year-old woman was held accountable for spreading false information about her neighbor. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Kursiv Media.
The case was prompted by a complaint from a 34-year-old resident of the city, according to Polisia.kz.
Complaint and investigation
The complainant told police that her neighbor was spreading false information about her. A local police officer interviewed residents of the building.
Several people confirmed they had heard rumors about the woman and identified the 66-year-old neighbor as their source.
The pensioner's confession
At the police department, the pensioner admitted that she had spread information about the complainant. The materials were sent to court.
The court found her guilty of spreading false information that damages the honor and dignity of another person.
After the case
After the case was considered, the complainant thanked the local police officer and sent a letter to the leadership of the police department asking that he be rewarded.
The police report does not specify what exact punishment the court imposed.