Within the scope of an investigation conducted by the Bursa Chief Public Prosecutor's Office into the crimes of "establishing and managing an organization for the purpose of committing crimes, being a member of an organization, bribery, and laundering assets derived from crime," a total of 22 suspects, including former CHP Nilüfer Mayor Turgay Erdem and his wife, were detained in simultaneous operations held in 3 provinces.
Following their procedures at the police station, 18 suspects were referred to the courthouse with a request for arrest, while 4 suspects were referred with a request for judicial control. The Bursa Duty Criminal Court of Peace ordered the arrest of 15 suspects, including former CHP Nilüfer Mayor Turgay Erdem, and imposed judicial control measures on 7 suspects.
During the searches conducted as part of the operation, cash, jewelry, real estate, vehicles, and bank and cryptocurrency accounts were seized. Additionally, a trustee was appointed to 1 company through the Savings Deposit Insurance Fund. While the arrested suspects were sent to prison, it was learned that efforts are ongoing to apprehend 1 fugitive suspect.
In a statement made by the Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, it was reported that the investigation is being conducted meticulously and that developments will be shared with the public.
News Source: İHA
