Breaking News: Latest Updates in IMM Corruption Investigation! Statements from Buğra Gökçe, Ercan Saatçi, and Ali Nuhoğlu Revealed
New details in the last-minute corruption investigation in Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM)
The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office has been conducting investigations into IMM President Ekrem Imamoglu and 99 suspects for crimes such as being a criminal organization, bribery, fraud, seizing personal data, and violating tender regulations. The investigations also include charges of aiding the PKK/KCK terrorist organization.
After police operations, some suspects were taken to the Istanbul Courthouse in Çağlayan and appeared in the Criminal Criminal Court of Peace. Among the suspects is Buğra Gökçe, the President of the Istanbul Planning Agency, who vehemently denied allegations of being involved in a criminal organization or bribery. Gökçe stated that he was not in charge of IMM during the tenders in question and emphasized his legal compliance during his time in public office.
Ercan Saatçi, another suspect under judicial control, also denied any involvement in bribery, claiming that the accusations against him are unfounded. Similarly, Ali Nuhoğlu defended himself against allegations in the press, citing legal sales of properties.
The investigation has led to the arrest of several individuals, including Buğra Gökçe and Ali Nuhoğlu. Others have been released on judicial control measures. The investigation is ongoing, and it is anticipated that further developments and potential detentions may occur in the future. Stay tuned for updates on this unfolding story.
