08.10.2025 02:14
In Antalya, prominent figures in the tourism sector, including hotel owners, were detained as part of investigations into financial crimes and cryptocurrency.
Prominent figures in the tourism sector in Antalya have been detained as part of financial crime and cryptocurrency investigations conducted by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
OPERATION AGAINST HOTEL OWNERS IN ANTALYA
The chairman of the board of a group of hotels owning numerous hotels in Serik, H.D., and the chairman of a holding company with luxury facilities in Kemer, İ.L., were detained by teams from the Istanbul Financial Crimes Investigation Branch. It has been learned that four managers working at the hotels were also taken to Istanbul to provide their statements.
NEW DETENTIONS IN MONEY LAUNDERING CASE
In a separate money laundering investigation, international tour operator N.K. and her sister E.K. were detained. It was reported that the suspects were taken to Istanbul for questioning by financial branch teams, and the investigation is being expanded.
The consecutive detentions of prominent figures known for their tourism investments and the employment they provide have caused a significant stir in Antalya's tourism circles.