The Case of the Severed Head: Solved!
Severed head murder solved: Suspect admitted to killing victim in self-defense
The month-long search for Şerafettin Akalın (40) came to a tragic end after his decapitated body was found in a sack in the Granta Cemetery. Akalın, a married father of four, had been missing since last December 14th, leaving his family and loved ones desperate for answers.
Citizens passing by the cemetery noticed the sack and immediately informed the authorities. Upon examination, it was confirmed that the body inside belonged to Akalın. The brutal nature of the murder shocked the community, and the search for the perpetrators began.
After meticulously examining mobile cameras in the area, the gendarmerie identified three suspects: Alper Ö., a dentist, his father H.Ö. (71), and their relative V.Ö. (39). The police, with the support of the Söke Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, conducted simultaneous operations and arrested the suspects.
During the interrogation, Alper Ö. confessed to the murder, claiming it was an act of self-defense. He alleged that Akalın had attacked him with an axe during an argument on his land, leading to a deadly confrontation.
Following their statements at the gendarmerie, the suspects were referred to the courthouse. While Alper Ö. was arrested, his father and relative were released on condition of judicial control.
The revelation of the suspect’s confession has brought some closure to the case, but the community continues to mourn the loss of Şerafettin Akalın. The investigation into the motive and circumstances surrounding the murder is ongoing, as authorities work to ensure that justice is served for the victim and his family.
