Özgür Özel calls Halil Umut Meler to convey 'get well soon' wishes

CHP Chairman Özgür Özel conveyed his get well soon wishes to referee Halil Umut Meler.

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According to a statement made by the Republican People's Party (CHP), Özgür Özel called FIFA-licensed referee Halil Umut Meler, who was assaulted on the pitch yesterday.

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Conveying his get well soon wishes to Meler, Özel stated that the scene that took place on the pitch was a great shame. Expressing that everyone is collectively responsible for failing to prevent this situation, Özel expressed his hope that this grave incident would serve as a turning point and a lesson to be learned from.

Özel noted that his party and all of Turkey stand with Meler.