Alleged Gambling Images of Kilis Mayor Become Agenda on Social Media

The sharing of photographs on social media, allegedly belonging to Kilis Mayor Hakan Bilecen in a casino, has sparked debates in public opinion.

Photographs Shared on Social Media

Photographs alleged to belong to Kilis Mayor Hakan Bilecen in a casino were shared on social media platforms. While the images show a person sitting in front of slot machines, no verification has yet been made as to whether this person is Mayor Bilecen.

Reactions from Citizens and Users

Following the spread of the photographs, numerous social media users reacted to the situation by tagging the official accounts of the Kilis Municipality and Mayor Hakan Bilecen in their posts. Users made criticisms stating that citizens expect public service.

Silence of the Municipality and the Mayor

Following the images, no official statement regarding the matter has been made by the Kilis Municipality or Mayor Hakan Bilecen. The authenticity of the photographs and who they belong to continues to maintain its uncertainty.

Party Change and Political Allegations

Hakan Bilecen resigned from the CHP in June 2026, and following this resignation, allegations that he would switch to the AKP came back to the agenda in political backstage. However, no concrete development has yet taken place regarding Bilecen's possible party switch.