Journalist Ali Tarakci arrested over social media post
Journalist Ali Tarakci, who was detained following a social media post claiming a resignation, has been arrested and sent to prison by the court he was brought before.
Journalist Ali Tarakci was arrested within the scope of an investigation launched by the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office due to a post he made on a social media platform regarding the alleged resignation of a minister.
Initiation of the Investigation
The Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office Press Crimes Investigation Bureau took action following a post made by journalist Ali Tarakci on the X platform. An ex officio investigation was launched under Article 217/A of the Turkish Penal Code (TCK) due to the statement, "A very important minister will resign on Friday".
Detention and Search Warrants
Within the framework of the launched investigation, a detention warrant was issued for the suspect. It was decided to conduct a search at his residence and seize his digital materials for examination purposes.
Access Ban Decision
In line with the request of the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, an access ban was imposed on the relevant social media account by the Ankara 7th Criminal Judgeship of Peace. Pursuant to this decision, a notification was made to the Cyber Security Presidency for implementation.
Judicial Decision and Arrest
After the detention procedures, Ali Tarakci was referred to the courthouse and was arrested by the Ankara 8th Criminal Judgeship of Peace on charges of "Publicly Disseminating Misleading Information." Within the scope of the investigation, the suspect was sent to the Sincan Penitentiary Institution.
Statement and Defense Details
In his statement at the court, journalist Ali Tarakci did not accept the accusations against him. He stated that his post was entirely based on backstage information obtained within the scope of journalistic activity.