Teen, 12, dies in tragic water accident

ASTANA. KAZINFORM - A teenage boy died in a tragic accident in Akmola region on Monday (August 10).

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The local authorities say that Tanybai Meirbek, 12, drowned while swimming in a pond in Karaotkel village. The accident occurred at 2:00 p.m. His lifeless body was removed from the water 53 minutes later by rescuers on the spot. It was confirmed that the victim was the native of Kyzylorda region.