A suspect in religious extremism propaganda is detained in Almaty
Police in Almaty detained a 44-year-old man suspected of religious extremism. Investigators seized religious literature and manuscripts during searches. The suspect, who has been outside Kazakhstan since 2024, reportedly received over 60 million tenge from followers between 2024 and 2025.
- The investigation states a man was outside Kazakhstan since 2024.
- The man received over 60 million tenge from his followers between 2024 and 2025.
- Police reported the detention of a 44-year-old man in Almaty.
- Investigators seized religious literature and manuscripts during searches.
- MVD stated the suspect received religious education in foreign theological institutions.
- The court previously recognized some of his audio lectures as extremist materials.
- The man managed closed Telegram groups and gave online lectures.
Outlets: Ak Zhaik, BES.media, Informburo, KazTAG, Tengrinews, Ulys Media
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