Altinbek Katimov

Altinbek Katimov, 25, was also sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the murder of Yana Legkodimova alongside Rizuan Khayrjanov. He was found guilty of aiding in the crime, which involved premeditated murder and the disposal of Legkodimova's body. The brutal nature of the crime sparked widespread public indignation and discussions regarding the safety of women in Kazakhstan.