Trial Begins for Officials Involved in İsias Hotel Collapse
The trial of public officials involved in the collapse of the Adıyaman Grand Isias Hotel, which resulted in the death of 72 people, including champion angels in the earthquake, began on Thursday (April 24th).
The Adıyaman 1st High Criminal Court will be discussing the case, which involves officials from the Adıyaman Municipality Construction Unit and other responsible parties for the project controls at the Isias Hotel. The case was filed by the Adiyaman Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office in February, charging the officials with “conscious negligence”.
The earthquake that struck Türkiye on February 6, 2023, resulted in the collapse of the Grand Isias Hotel in Adıyaman, claiming the lives of 72 individuals. Among the victims were 35 Turkish Cypriot athletes, teachers, and families from the Famagusta Türk Maarif College group staying at the hotel.
The legal battle for justice was initiated by the families of the victims, demanding accountability for the tragedy. In the last hearing of the Isias Hotel case on December 25, 2024, six defendants were found guilty of conscious negligence, while five others were acquitted.
Champion Angels Association President Ruşen Yücesoylu Karakaya emphasized the importance of holding the officials accountable for their actions, stating that they will continue to fight for justice and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
The families of the victims are determined to seek justice and see those responsible for the tragedy behind bars. They are expecting a fair decision in the case and are prepared to do whatever it takes to ensure that the guilty parties are held accountable.
As the appeal process unfolds, the families and their legal representatives are committed to pursuing justice and ensuring that similar disasters are prevented in the future. They are working tirelessly to raise awareness about earthquake safety and preparedness, urging the public to take action and support their cause.
Efforts are being made to strengthen building regulations and enforcement, improve disaster response mechanisms, and enhance public education on earthquake safety. The families are determined to honor the memory of the victims by advocating for a safer and more resilient society.
The fight for justice continues, as the families of the victims seek closure and accountability for the tragic events that unfolded at the Grand Isias Hotel. In their pursuit of justice, they remain steadfast in their determination to prevent such tragedies from occurring again.
