Investigation into suspicious death in prison in Samsun

Investigation into suspicious death in prison in Samsun

20.03.2026 20:21

Sinan Can Kandemir, a 31-year-old inmate who had been in Samsun Closed Prison for 12 days, suddenly passed away. The cause of death was deemed suspicious, and a judicial investigation was initiated.

Sinan Can Kandemir (31), who had been imprisoned for 12 days in Samsun Closed Prison, has passed away. An investigation has been launched to determine the exact cause of death for Kandemir, whose death is considered suspicious.

DIED IN PRISON

Sinan Can Kandemir, who was convicted of assault and held in Samsun Type T Closed Prison, lost his life on March 17, the 12th day of his imprisonment.

INVESTIGATION INITIATED

Following the sudden death of the inmate, a comprehensive investigation was initiated by the prosecutor's office. Kandemir's body was handed over to his family after the autopsy procedures were completed. Kandemir was buried yesterday in a ceremony held in the Terme district.

The investigation, which was initiated with a record of 'suspicious death', is ongoing.

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