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Investigation launched into 'Erdoğan has passed away' post

Following a post on the Aydın Denge Gazetesi Facebook account, an investigation was launched for the crime of 'spreading misleading information to the public' under Article 217/A of the Turkish Penal Code.

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Published: 25.08.2026 16:39 Updated: 25.08.2026 16:39
Investigation launched into 'Erdoğan has passed away' post

A post made from the Facebook account of Aydın Denge Gazetesi has sparked reactions on social media. It was noted that in the post, the phrase "Erdoğan has passed away" was highlighted in an image belonging to a death announcement for a person named "Gülşen Erdoğan".

Following the post in question, the Aydın Chief Public Prosecutor's Office took action. It was reported that the Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has launched an investigation under the crime of "Publicly Spreading Misleading Information," as regulated in Article 217/A of the Turkish Penal Code.

After the post spread rapidly on social media, numerous users expressed their reactions. It is understood that the investigation will be conducted to determine whether the post created a misleading perception among the public.


News Source: 12punto

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