On April 16, 2024, at 9:30 am, the 11th court session began in Astana regarding the criminal case of former Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan, Kuandyk Bishimbayev, who is accused of the brutal murder of his wife, Saltanat Nukenova. The trial is taking place in the Specialized Inter-District Court for Criminal Cases of the capital, with Judge Aizhan Kulbayeva presiding.
During the first part of the court session, Kuandyk Bishimbayev and his brother, Bahytzhan Bayzhanov, who is the director of "Gastrocenter," were present as the defendants. The proceedings continued with the replacement of one of the jurors who was absent due to health reasons. Additionally, Judge Aizhan Kulbayeva issued a private ruling to one of the former minister's defense lawyers due to repeated displays of disrespect towards the court.
The trial is closely monitored by the public and media outlets, shedding light on the high-profile case that has captured national attention. As the legal process unfolds, the quest for justice for the victim, Saltanat Nukenova, remains at the forefront of the proceedings. The outcome of the trial will have significant implications for the future of the accused and the pursuit of justice in Kazakhstan.
