Beyoğlu autopsy report released in massage-related death

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An autopsy report has been released regarding the death of Berat Topay, who died in Beyoğlu, Istanbul, following a neck massage and cracking procedure performed by Şenol Karataş. The incident occurred on May 21, when Topay sought treatment for neck pain. Shortly after the procedure, Topay lost consciousness and was hospitalized, where he remained in intensive care for 14 days before passing away on June 3.

The Forensic Medicine Institute's report indicates that while the neck vertebrae and major blood vessels were intact, there was widespread bleeding in the brain tissue and spinal cord, as well as clots in some vessels. The report also noted fractures in the sternum and the fourth right rib.

Şenol Karataş, who holds a massage certification, has been arrested on charges of 'causing death by negligence' and 'violating the law regarding the practice of medicine and its branches.' Karataş's defense attorney maintains that the medical findings do not show evidence of vascular compression or skeletal damage that would directly link the death to the massage procedure.

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Berat Topay · Beyoğlu · Ensar Ayata · Forensic Medicine Institute · Şenol Karataş

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[● 3 SOURCES] The autopsy revealed hemorrhaging in the brain tissue and spinal cord. www.konyaninsesi.com.tr · www.haber3.com · halktv.com.tr
[● 3 SOURCES] The autopsy identified a fracture in the sternum and the fourth rib on the right side. www.konyaninsesi.com.tr · www.haber3.com · halktv.com.tr
[○ 1 SOURCE] Şenol Karataş was arrested on charges of causing death by negligence and practicing medicine without authorization. www.konyaninsesi.com.tr
[● 2 SOURCES] Defense attorney Ensar Ayata claims medical findings do not prove the death was caused by the massage or neck cracking. www.haber3.com · halktv.com.tr
[○ 1 SOURCE] The suspect, Şenol Karataş, stated in court that he possesses a massage certificate. www.konyaninsesi.com.tr
[● 2 SOURCES] The victim's neck vertebrae and main blood vessels were found to be intact. www.haber3.com · halktv.com.tr