Prosecutor’s Office issues last-minute statement on Ekrem İmamoğlu’s detention
Several prominent figures, including the President of IMM, Imamoglu, and the Mayor of Şişli, Şahan, have been detained on charges of assisting the PKK/KCK terrorist organization. The Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office issued a statement detailing the investigation into the terrorist organization’s activities in the metropolitan provinces, particularly in Istanbul, aimed at increasing their presence during the local elections held on March 31, 2024.
It was revealed that the terrorist organization forged alliances with various individuals and organizations, including politicians and government officials, in order to further their agenda. As a result, a total of 7 suspects, including Imamoglu and Şahan, were detained in connection with these allegations.
Furthermore, investigations into irregular donations, bribery, and corruption within the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality have uncovered additional criminal activities. Allegations of money laundering, embezzlement, and personal enrichment have been made against several individuals, including the leader of the criminal organization, Ekrem İmamoğlu.
The investigations point to a pattern of illegal activities aimed at securing financial gains and furthering the interests of the terrorist organization through various means. The suspects have been charged with a range of offenses, including bribery, fraud, and misuse of personal data.
The Istanbul Police Department has been tasked with carrying out simultaneous capture, detention, search, and seizure procedures in order to further investigate these allegations and bring the culprits to justice. The developments in this case have shocked the public and raised concerns about the extent of corruption and criminal activities within the city’s administration.
As the investigation continues, more details are expected to emerge, shedding light on the extent of the involvement of individuals and organizations in aiding and abetting criminal activities linked to terrorist organizations. The authorities are committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.
