Kazakhstani student detained in Hong Kong

AKIPRESS.COM - Police of Hong Kong reported that a citizen of Kazakhstan, a first year student of the Hong Kong Baptist University, was detained on November 18 during the clashes with protesters. The Consul of Kazakhstan visited the student. His health condition was stable. Some minor injuries were received when he fell during the detention. The student had no complains.
The pre-trial hearing has been held on his case. At a moment, the Consulate General of Kazakhstan is monitoring this case.
The diplomats of Kazakhstan are searching for a lawyer on the criminal case.
More than 4,000 people were arrested in Hong Kong amids mass protests and there is a shortage of lawyers there today.
The Foreign Ministry of Kazakhstan recommends all students from Kazakhstan, who study in Hong Kong, to return home.