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Justice Minister Gürlek says 12 suspects detained over forest fires
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek announced that judicial proceedings had been launched over 73 forest fires in 25 provinces since June 1, 2026. Investigators identified 46 suspects; 12 were detained and judicial control measures were imposed on 21.
Justice Minister Akın Gürlek announced that judicial proceedings had been launched over 73 forest fires in 25 provinces since June 1, 2026.
Investigations conducted by chief public prosecutors’ offices identified 46 suspects. Twelve of the suspects were detained, while judicial control measures were imposed on 21 people.
Gürlek issues message on forest fires
In a post on his NSosyal account, Gürlek said forests were a shared trust passed on to future generations. He said protecting forests meant protecting the future and added that investigations into the causes of the fires and those responsible were continuing.
Gürlek said judicial proceedings would continue against people who caused forest fires through intent, negligence or carelessness.
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