17.02.2025 15:33
The toll from counterfeit alcohol, which has become Turkey's new nightmare, is worsening. The number of people who have died from fake alcohol in Ankara has risen to 54, while 40 others are receiving treatment in intensive care.
The number of people who lost their lives due to counterfeit alcohol in Ankara has risen to 54, while the treatments of 40 individuals continue in intensive care.
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES
According to the information received, the public prosecutors' offices in Ankara are continuing their investigations against those who produce and trade counterfeit alcohol.
TOXICOLOGY REPORTS ADDED TO THE FILE
In this context, the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has added the toxicology reports from the Forensic Medicine Institution to the investigation files initiated by the Ankara West and Polatlı Chief Public Prosecutor's Offices for the crimes of "smuggling" and "causing death by possible intent."
28 SUSPECTS ARRESTED AND SENT TO PRISON
According to the relevant reports, it was stated that 54 people lost their lives due to counterfeit alcohol in Ankara, and the treatment of 40 individuals continues in intensive care. Additionally, it was learned that in the investigation conducted by the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, 28 suspects were arrested, and 25 individuals were released under judicial control.