Алматы, Казахстан, МВД Казахстана, похищение человека, задержание подозреваемых, криминальное давление на бизнес, оружие и боеприпасы, автомат Калашникова, тяжкий вред здоровью, уголовное расследование

In Almaty, police have detained a group of suspects in connection with a case of kidnapping and inflicting grievous bodily harm. During 17 searches, firearms were seized, including a Kalashnikov rifle without serial numbers, and around 500 rounds of ammunition. According to the investigation, the weapons may have been used to put pressure on businesses. Those detained currently hold the status of suspects; details of the charges and preventive measures have not yet been disclosed.