Unresolved Death of KIMEP Graduate Sparks Controversy and Conflicting Narratives

The death of Aknar Gulstan, a 22-year-old KIMEP graduate, remains shrouded in mystery nearly a year after the incident. Her family released shocking video footage, alleging the involvement of friends present that night. However, the lawyer for one of the friends, Zhandos Palmanov, claims the video is edited and presents a different narrative, suggesting Aknar's emotional distress contributed to her death. "She was emotionally unstable," Palmanov stated, "due to a personal tragedy involving her boyfriend." This claim is challenged by a forensic report showing no alcohol in Aknar's system, despite the lawyer's assertion that she was intoxicated. The case highlights the challenges of investigating complex deaths and the conflicting interpretations of evidence in the media.