Almaty Tragedy: Was it Suicide or Something More?

Almaty Death of 22-Year-Old Sparks Questions: Friend Alleges Assault Before Fatal Fall Almaty, Kazakhstan – The death of 22-year-old Aknar Gulstan, who fell from a seventh-floor apartment building last summer, is being questioned. While initially ruled a suicide, Aknar's mother disputes the finding. A friend of Aknar, speaking anonymously in a recent video interview, provided a different account of the events. "On July 18, 2024, Aknar contacted me," the friend recounted. "She said she wanted to have tea because Rana's mother had passed away. The next day, Aknar wanted to drink alcohol with us. I only drink a little beer," she added. The friend further stated that Aknar had brought goods from Guangzhou and wanted to show them. Aknar also owed her a significant amount of money. The friend's account details a series of events leading up to the fall, including an argument and alleged assault. The conflicting details about alcohol consumption between the friend's account and the forensic report need clarification. The interview highlights the need for a more thorough investigation into Aknar's death, moving beyond the initial suicide ruling. The case underscores the importance of considering all perspectives when investigating such tragedies.