71-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide in Almaty After Health Struggles

A 71-year-old man has died by suicide in Almaty’s Turksib District. The incident occurred in the evening at his home, where he used a hunting rifle. He had been battling serious illnesses and had previously spoken about ending his life. The man’s death was confirmed after he took his own life with a firearm. Relatives and neighbours reported his struggles with health issues and his expressed suicidal intentions in the days leading up to the tragedy.

Local police have opened a pre-trial investigation into the case. Authorities are now examining the details to understand the full circumstances of what happened. The investigation remains ongoing. Police will continue gathering evidence to clarify the events surrounding the man’s death. No further details have been released at this time.