A former Majilis deputy, Bakytzhan Bazarbek, has for the first time publicly commented on the widely reported road traffic accident (RTA) in Zhambyl Region, after which a 36-year-old man ended up in intensive care. Bazarbek said the investigation is ongoing, and that he and his wife have signed a non-disclosure agreement regarding the pre-trial investigation.
WHAT BAZARBEK SAID
Bakytzhan Bazarbek said on his Facebook page that he cannot respond in detail to the messages and versions that have appeared since the accident, because as part of the investigation, he and his wife have undertaken not to disclose details of the investigation.
"The investigation is ongoing. The necessary expert examinations are now expected to be carried out. I am confident that the investigative authorities will, in accordance with the law, give an objective and fair assessment of all the circumstances of what happened," wrote Bazarbek.
He also urged people not to jump to conclusions based on information being circulated on social media.
BAZARBEK REPORTED HELP FOR THE VICTIM'S FAMILY
Separately, Bazarbek spoke about how he and his wife are coping with the situation following the accident.
"For me right now, the main thing is to be with the loved ones and relatives of the injured man and to provide them with the necessary assistance," he wrote.
According to Bazarbek, he and his wife have barely slept for several days and, together with the victim's relatives, have been praying for his recovery.
The former deputy separately thanked the doctors at the district hospital, as well as the Ministry of Health and the regional health department for the emergency medical care provided.
CONTEXT
Earlier, it became known that Bakytzhan Bazarbek was linked to an accident in Zhambyl Region, in which a 36-year-old man sustained serious injuries and was hospitalised in intensive care. According to preliminary information, the man was diagnosed with fractures to the ribs, forearm and shin, a closed head injury and a brain contusion.
The Police Department of Zhambyl Region reported that a criminal case had been opened. Investigative actions are ongoing.
