Court considers extending Almazbek Atambayev's detention

AKIPRESS.COM - On August 20, the Pervomay District Court is considering extending Almazbek Atambayev's detention inside the GKNB building. Attorneys said they learned that there would be an on-the-spot trial in the morning of August 20.
Ex-President Almazbek Atambayev was arrested on August 8.
Atambayev's house in Koi-Tash village was stormed by authorities to arrest him on August 7-8. Violent clashes occurred between Atambayev's supporters and the police injuring at least 40 and killing 1 SWAT soldier.