Government commission continues investigation into Aktau tragedy

Government commission continues investigation into Aktau tragedy

The preliminary findings of the investigation into the tragedy in Aktau were discussed at a meeting of the government commission. Those responsible will be held accountable under the law, Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev said. He also said that the families of those who died would receive all necessary assistance. Criminal cases have been opened under two articles: negligence in the performance of duty resulting in grave consequences, and violation of navigation rules. The commission continues its work and is monitoring the progress of the investigation. Its task is to establish all the circumstances of the tragedy.

«A special team is working to establish all the details and causes of the incident. The investigation will provide comprehensive answers to all questions related to what happened. Every fact will be thoroughly examined, and the actions of all those involved will be given a proper legal assessment. Those whose responsibility is established by the investigation and the court will be held accountable in accordance with the law. The government commission continues its work,» said Yerbol Izbergenov, representative of the government commission and Deputy Governor of Mangystau Region.