Turkestan region resident fined for insults on social media

Tengrinews.kz — A 25-year-old resident of the Ordabasy District insulted a stranger during a TikTok livestream, offending the person’s honor and dignity. The incident drew the attention of law enforcement, according to Polisia.kz.
Police identified the man and took him to a police station. The collected materials were then sent to court.

The court found the young man guilty and fined him for using obscene language in a public place and insulting another person.

“Police urge social media users to strictly observe ethical standards. People are also held accountable for every word spoken from behind a screen,” the Interior Ministry said.

Police reminded users that insulting remarks directed at others during social media livestreams may result in legal liability.