The 'VIP' detail in the Halil Umut Meler incident: Footage has emerged
During the Ankaragücü vs. Rizespor match, referee Halil Umut Meler was attacked by the home team's president, Faruk Koca. Following the incident, which caused public outrage, it was revealed that the attackers had entered the stadium as VIP fans.
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Ankaragücü - Rizespor match, referee Halil Umut Meler was attacked by the home team's president, Faruk Koca.
Meler, who collapsed to the ground after Koca's punch, was then targeted by repeated kicks. The identities of the individuals who delivered the kicks and how they entered the stadium have been determined.
"THEY HAVE CLOSE TIES TO THE CLUB"
CNN Türk Istanbul News Director Nihat Uludağ said the following regarding the individuals who kicked Meler:
"It has been determined that these two attackers entered the stadium as VIP fans. Naturally, if they entered through the VIP section, they have close ties to the club. The individuals identified as K.Ç. and Ş.Y.Ş. were taken into custody immediately. Their interrogation is currently ongoing at the Ankara Police Department.
Following the statements of those taken into custody, they will be referred to the prosecutor's office conducting the investigation. They will then appear before a judge. Normally, police officers are specifically assigned to the pitch. Those who committed the crime were identified quickly. They record what is being done with cameras. After the match, the footage in the stadium is being examined by the Sports Branch Directorate. The statements of these three individuals will be taken. This process will set a precedent for the future."