Assault complaint from wife of Yönter, who resigned from his post at MHP: 'He grabbed my throat with both hands'

Allegations of domestic violence have emerged regarding Yönter, who has been in the headlines due to the crisis of resignations and the dissolution of local branches within the MHP. Speaking on the Onlar TV program, journalist Barış Pehlivan displayed and read the official police statement filed by Yönter's wife, Meltem Yılmaz Yönter. 

According to the statement report shared by Pehlivan, the incident of violence occurred on July 15, 2025, at approximately 21:20 at the couple's home.

Meltem Yılmaz Yönter, who has been married for 15 years and is a mother of one, described the moments of violence she experienced in her statement to the police with the following words:

"I started arguing with my husband over a private matter. During the argument, we began pushing each other. He grabbed both of my arms and shook me. He hit the top of my head repeatedly with his hand in a slapping motion. He slapped me in the middle of my face and towards my lip. During this time, I scratched his face and neck in an attempt to defend myself. He grabbed my throat with both hands and directed very heavy insults at me regarding my mother."

When security arrived, my husband became even more enraged. He came towards me again and continued to slap my face and the top of my head. He was also angry at the security guard. He left, and then the police arrived.

I am a plaintiff and am filing a complaint against the individual named İzzet Ulvi Yönter, my husband, who assaulted me and insulted me regarding this matter."