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Cousin of AKP deputy taken into custody

As part of an investigation conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, Mert Ayaydın, the cousin of AKP deputy Derya Ayaydın, has been taken into custody. The reason for the detention has not yet been disclosed.

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Published: 16.01.2026 13:05 Updated: 16.01.2026 13:06
Cousin of AKP deputy taken into custody

Mert Ayaydın, the cousin of AKP Istanbul Deputy Derya Ayaydın, has been taken into custody within the scope of an investigation carried out by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office. Meanwhile, AKP politician Aydın Ayaydın stated in a comment regarding the matter that the news of the detention is accurate and that he had just learned of the situation.

REASON FOR DETENTION NOT DISCLOSED

The detention of Mert Ayaydın, which occurred as part of an investigation by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office—an office that has recently drawn attention for its major drug operations—has become a topic of public interest. However, the reason for Mert Ayaydın's detention has not yet been announced by the authorities.

Following the news of the detention, when journalist Can Özçelik asked AKP politician Aydın Ayaydın about the matter, Ayaydın replied, "Unfortunately, it is true. I just learned about it as well. I am shocked. I am looking into the details just like you are."


News Source: 12punto

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