Allegations of torture against children in a dormitory in Gaziantep: 1 person detained.

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Following allegations of torture against two four-year-old children staying in a care home in Gaziantep, the Ministry of Family and Social Policies has launched an investigation. As part of the investigation, a care staff member has been detained and suspended.

THE INCIDENT CAME TO LIGHT THANKS TO A KINDERGARTEN TEACHER'S COMPLAINT

The incident was revealed thanks to the attention of a teacher at a private kindergarten where the children were receiving education. It was stated that the investigation was initiated after the teacher filed a criminal complaint with the prosecutor's office.

REDNESS DETECTED ON THEIR BODIES

In a statement regarding the issue from the Ministry of Family and Social Policies, the following expressions were included: "It has become necessary to make the following statement regarding the news reported in some media outlets about the allegation of mistreatment of two children in institutional care in Gaziantep. Redness has been detected on various parts of the bodies of two four-year-old children under state care in Gaziantep. In connection with this, camera recordings have been reviewed retrospectively along with the preparation of a report on November 13."

CARE STAFF MEMBER DETAINED

As a result of health checks and psychological interviews conducted in accordance with the children's age and psychological condition, an investigation has been initiated by our Provincial Directorate for a detailed examination of the matter. The children have been taken to a fully equipped hospital for forensic examination. It has been stated that the wounds may have resulted from trauma or dermatological conditions, and it has been noted that it would be appropriate to clarify the matter through a judicial investigation. A care staff member has been detained and suspended as part of the initiated judicial and administrative investigation. This is respectfully announced to the public."