The wedding convoy's bill was hefty! Record fines for 6 drivers

The wedding convoy's bill was hefty! Record fines for 6 drivers

05.07.2026 15:31

In Pendik, 6 drivers who blocked the road during a wedding convoy, endangering traffic safety, were identified by police teams after images were shared on social media. A total administrative fine of 289,986 Turkish lira was imposed on the drivers under the relevant articles of the Highway Traffic Law.

Teams of the Istanbul Police Department launched an investigation after identifying footage taken on July 4th at Pendik Güzelyalı Sahil Boulevard, which was shared on social media.

In the examination conducted by virtual patrol teams, it was determined that vehicles in the wedding convoy were driving side by side, making it difficult for other drivers to pass, partially obstructing traffic flow, and endangering traffic safety.

6 DRIVERS FINED

After their identities were determined from license plate information, 6 drivers were apprehended by police teams, and a total administrative fine of 289,986 lira was imposed under the relevant articles of the Highway Traffic Law.

Police teams stated that inspections and operations targeting drivers who endanger traffic safety will continue.

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