Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

A notable development has occurred regarding the transfer of the late artist Ahu Tuğba's body to Istanbul. US authorities have classified Ahu Tuğba's death as a 'suspicious death.' Consequently, the transfer process has been stalled by flight procedures.

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Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

It was announced that the body of Ahu Tuğba, who passed away on Sunday due to COPD, would be brought to Istanbul from Miami on a scheduled flight departing this morning.

Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

The announcement also stated that a ceremony will be held for Ahu Tuğba at the AKM on Thursday. 

Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

Tuğba's funeral was to be laid to rest at Zincirlikuyu Cemetery following the prayer service held at Teşvikiye Mosque.


Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

According to reports by Habertürk, the arrival of Ahu Tuğba's body may take some time as certain procedures in the US have not yet been completed.


Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

U.S. authorities have classified Tuğba's death as a 'suspicious death.' Consequently, the transfer of her body to Istanbul has been delayed due to flight restrictions.


Ahu Tuğba's body cannot be brought to Turkey: 'Suspicious' death ruling from the US

Review and investigation procedures are ongoing.