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AKP district chair threatens journalist in Çorum

A local journalist in Çorum was threatened on the street by AKP Çorum Central District Chair Mustafa Alagöz. Following the threat, journalist Elvan Yılmaz filed a complaint with the prosecutor's office.

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AKP district chair threatens journalist in Çorum

As the political agenda in Çorum heats up, journalist Elvan Yılmaz, owner of the Rota Çorum news site, which is closely followed for its reporting, has found himself at the center of a controversial incident. According to the information obtained, the report written by Elvan Yılmaz regarding the resignation of AK Party Mecitözü District Chair Haşim Atmaca included details about potential changes in party organizations and allegations concerning Central District Chair Mustafa Alagöz.

It is alleged that a tense moment occurred between Mustafa Alagöz and journalist Elvan Yılmaz when they crossed paths on Gazi Street in Çorum. It was stated that Alagöz confronted Yılmaz over the report in question, saying, "Why are you writing reports against me? When I am removed from office, do you think I will let you walk the streets?" and that he explicitly threatened him with these words.

Following the incident's reflection in the press, it was learned that journalist Elvan Yılmaz has filed a criminal complaint against Mustafa Alagöz with the Çorum Chief Public Prosecutor's Office and that the legal process has begun. Threats and pressure against journalists continue to increase unabated.


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