The Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) has announced that it has imposed a broadcast ban regarding the Afyonkarahisar massacre, in which 8 people lost their lives.
The following statement was made:
"In accordance with the decision of the Afyonkarahisar 1st Criminal Judgeship of Peace dated 2026/5725, and within the scope of the investigation conducted by the Afyonkarahisar Chief Public Prosecutor's Office under file number 2026/21952, a broadcast ban decision has been issued regarding the armed attack incident that occurred in Afyonkarahisar.
?The relevant decision is of importance in terms of preventing news reports that could cause public outrage nationwide by distorting events and spreading misinformation through the press, as well as regarding the gravity of the incident and the integrity of the investigation.
?It is importantly reminded that broadcasting organizations must strictly comply with the aforementioned court decision within the framework of Law No. 6112 and relevant legislation.
Respectfully announced to the public."
News Source: 12punto
