27.06.2026 13:30
Japanese broadcaster Nanatty, who was live-streaming on Taksim Istiklal Street, was disturbed by Yusuf Eren, who was detained and then released under judicial control. Yusuf Eren made a statement about the incident. With a criminal record of 5 offenses at the police station, Eren said, "I am not that kind of person. I apologize to my loved ones and my followers. I love you all very much. I will return to you."
Japanese broadcaster Nanatty (Nana), who was livestreaming on Taksim Istiklal Street in Istanbul's Beyoglu district, had a difficult moment when a person verbally harassed her during the broadcast. Initially struggling to understand what was happening, the broadcaster continued her live stream. According to claims, the person who asked for the female broadcaster's contact information tried to walk away from the street after realizing the broadcast was still live.
LOCAL SHOPKEEPERS INTERVENED
Those nearby and local shopkeepers reacted to the suspect once they noticed the situation. A brief scuffle occurred between the parties, while some in the crowd were seen trying to intervene with the suspect. The incident was recorded by the broadcaster's mobile phone camera. Beyoglu Public Security Bureau teams launched an investigation following images shared on social media on Monday, June 22. Investigations determined that the incident took place on Beyoglu Istiklal Street, and that an individual had engaged in disturbing behavior and remarks towards the female tourist.
RELEASED UNDER JUDICIAL CONTROL
Continuing investigations identified the person in the footage as Yusuf Eren (60). The suspect was apprehended by police teams in Sehit Muhtar District. Yusuf Eren, found to have caused public disturbance, was issued an administrative fine of 1,764 lira under the Misdemeanor Law. The suspect, referred to court on charges of "provoking the public to hatred or hostility or degrading," was released under judicial control.
It was learned that Yusuf Eren had five prior police records for offenses including "auto theft, possession of lost or mistakenly acquired property, threats-insults, intentional injury, and violation of the law on family protection and prevention of violence against women."
"I LOVE THE TURKISH PEOPLE VERY MUCH"
Following the incident, Japanese broadcaster Nanatty made a statement on social media, expressing her love for Turkey. In her post, Nanatty said, "I am the person in these images. I love the Turkish people very much. I love this country too. That's why I want everyone to live together in a friendly and happy way without fighting."
"I APOLOGIZE TO MY FOLLOWERS"
Yusuf Eren, commenting on the incident, said, "Yes friends, hello everyone. I am talking about an incident that I need to explain specifically. I want to make a statement about a video I had with a Chinese tourist in Taksim Istiklal two days ago. I was misunderstood there. I am not that kind of person. I did not take any action or have any contact with anyone there. I especially apologize to my followers and friends who follow me; because I did not do anything wrong there. Regarding that, she asked me for a video. I filmed the video. Meanwhile, the video leaked to the press. I love you all. I will be back among you," he said.