A trial has begun in the capital's court regarding the case of public figure Perizat Kairat and her mother Gaini Alashbayeva, who are accused of fraud and money laundering. According to the investigation, under the guise of charity, they embezzled 3.5 billion tenge collected to help flood victims, disabled people, and residents of Palestine.
WHO IS PERIZAT KAIRAT AND WHY IS SHE BEING TALKED ABOUT
Perizat Kairat is a media personality who actively ran social networks and participated in public initiatives. She positioned herself as a fighter for justice, women's rights, and help for victims. Through Instagram, she created a lasting image of a philanthropist, building a picture of successful volunteer work.
The story began in November last year, when Perizat Kairat was detained on suspicion of embezzling more than 1.5 billion tenge. These funds were collected as donations to help those affected by devastating floods.
THE SCALE OF THE DECEPTION
According to the investigation, over the years of her 'charity work', Perizat Kairat collected 3.5 billion tenge to help children affected by floods, disabled people, and others in need. This money was transferred to the personal accounts of Perizat Kairat and her mother, and then spent on jewellery, electronics, furniture, cars, apartments, and travel. In some cases, the cash was withdrawn through fictitious contracts with controlled individual entrepreneurs.
Later, new episodes emerged in the case. Perizat Kairat was also suspected of embezzling funds collected as part of a humanitarian aid campaign for residents of Palestine. According to the investigation, even this money was used to purchase a business.
DOCUMENT FALSIFICATION
In addition to fraud, falsification of documents during the registration of the public charity foundation 'Biz Birgemiz Qazaqstan' was confirmed. As the expert examination showed, all signatures on behalf of the founders were made by Perizat Kairat herself. The appeal court upheld the decision on the liquidation of the foundation.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
During the preparation of the case for court, even more details came to light that completely destroy the constructed image of a volunteer. Social media accounts mentioned the theft of phones during her student years and expulsion from college. In her fictitious role as president of the Para Table Tennis Federation, she did not organise a single event. The promised apartment for a single mother was never provided. Even the family meat business turned out to be a myth.
COURT PROCEEDINGS
The criminal case comprises 109 volumes. In the dock are Perizat Kairat herself and her mother, Gaini Alashbayeva. Both are accused of fraud, as well as laundering money and property obtained through criminal means.
The trial began without broad media participation. As reported by the Telegram channel 'HALYQSTAN' citing the court press service:
'Today there was a preliminary hearing. The press service did not invite anyone, neither personally nor to the general chat. The judge has retired to the deliberation room to decide on an open or closed session.'
Colleagues from the editorial office of TV channel '24.kz' note that 'the suspects objected to the presence of the media at the trial; they also refused photo and video recording of the hearings'. Publicly, Perizat Kairat refuses to admit guilt and is not giving testimony. Her mother is under house arrest.
PUBLIC OUTCRY
Abuse of public trust and speculation on others' grief and misfortune for personal enrichment provoke particular public outrage. People sent money because they believed and thought they were taking part in a good cause. Meanwhile, expensive watches, designer handbags, and apartments were being bought with their money.
If such actions go unpunished, the very idea of charity loses its meaning. Society is closely following the case and expects a fair court decision.