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Ahbap Association under investigation for earthquake donation misuse

Turkish authorities have launched a massive fifth-wave operation targeting the Ahbap Association regarding the suspected misuse of earthquake relief donations. The investigation, coordinated by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, follows reports from the Ministry of Interior and expert audits.

Between February 6 and December 31, 2023, the association collected approximately 4.3 billion TL in donations intended for earthquake victims. Investigators found that 4.2 billion TL was spent, with 950 million TL being withdrawn in cash, including a single transaction of 500 million TL. Furthermore, 1.757 billion TL was transferred to 29 companies and 7 individual companies.

Authorities allege that some high-value expenditures lacked corresponding goods or services, and that personal benefits were gained from the transportation of aid. In İzmit, hundreds of items such as tents and wheelchairs were found unused in warehouses. The operation, spanning 20 provinces, has targeted 53 suspects.

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Ahbap Association · Akın Gürlek · Ekrem Baki · Istanbul · Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office · Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality · Ministry of Interior · Mustafa Sökmen · Turkey · Üsküdar Municipality

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