18.06.2026 16:11
Security camera footage has emerged regarding the abduction of İBB Kültür A.Ş. Deputy General Manager Erhan Karaal from in front of his home in Maltepe. The footage shows the moments when the vehicle, into which Karaal was allegedly forced after being assaulted, rapidly turned around the street and drove away.
Security camera footage has emerged regarding the claim that Erhan Karaal, Deputy General Manager of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture A.Ş., was abducted in Maltepe.
FOOTAGE OF THE VEHICLE USED IN THE ABDUCTION EMERGES
According to the claim, the incident occurred in Maltepe on the evening of June 17. Erhan Karaal, who left his home to go on a visit with his family, was attacked by individuals who got out of another vehicle while he was waiting near his car. It is alleged that Karaal was beaten, had a bag placed over his head, and was abducted.
While a comprehensive operation has been launched by teams to locate Karaal and apprehend the suspects, footage of the incident has emerged. The footage shows the moment when the vehicle, into which Karaal was allegedly beaten and forced, quickly turns and speeds away from the street.
SECURITY CAMERAS ARE BEING EXAMINED
Police teams have begun examining security camera records in the area to shed light on the incident. It has been learned that efforts to locate Karaal and apprehend the suspects are ongoing as part of the investigation.
LOCATION SIGNAL RECEIVED FROM HIS PHONE
Meanwhile, it has been reported that a location signal from Karaal's phone was received around 11:00 AM in the Kartal area, and this information was relayed to police units.
STATEMENT FROM THE CHIEF PUBLIC PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE
In a written statement issued by the Istanbul Anatolian Chief Public Prosecutor's Office regarding the incident, it was stated: "Upon receiving information that Erhan Karaal, Deputy General Manager of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture A.Ş., was abducted by unidentified individuals in the Maltepe district of our province on June 17, 2026, necessary instructions have been given to law enforcement to locate the victim and apprehend the suspects, and the investigation is being conducted meticulously."
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