Man Assaults Child in Almaty Restaurant; Police Investigate

A disturbing incident of child assault occurred on May 4th, 2025, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. CCTV footage shows a man striking a six-year-old child twice in the chest in a restaurant's play area. The child's mother, witnessing the assault, immediately contacted the authorities. "He hit my son twice and wouldn't stop even when I arrived," she stated in a brief interview. The man, identified as a member of the city's Public Council, fled the scene after the police were called. This incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and protection of children in public places. The police are currently investigating and will determine the appropriate legal action.