Relatives of Sherzat Polat Convicts Appeal to Kazakh President Amidst Accusations of Incitement

Talgar, Kazakhstan – June 9, 2025. A video has surfaced showing relatives of individuals convicted in connection with the death of Sherzat Polat appealing directly to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. The video, uploaded to TikTok, alleges that Sherzat's family is engaging in incitement, spreading false information, and attempting to create unrest in Talgar region. The speaker, identified as Bauyrzhan Abdrakhmanov, claims Sherzat's father was involved in knife attacks and his brother in obstructing police and damaging property. "They are trying to portray a man who wielded a knife as a hero," Abdrakhmanov states in the video. The appeal highlights concerns about the potential for further instability and questions the source of funding and organization behind these actions. The video's release follows previous online statements by Abdrakhmanov, leading to legal action against him. The situation underscores the complexities of the Sherzat Polat case and the ongoing tensions within the community.