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Investigation into Alihan Kuriş expands to murder probe

Overview

The investigation into the Alihan Kuriş criminal organization, linked to the leadership of the Süleymancılar religious group, continues to expand. The probe encompasses allegations of money laundering, fraud against the state, tax evasion, and the establishment of a criminal organization. Authorities have seized 50 companies and four associations, with total arrests reaching 81.

In addition to financial crimes, the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office is conducting a murder investigation regarding the 2016 death of former Minister Arif Ahmet Denizolgun. A forensic report by Prof. Dr. Nevzat Alkan classified the death as ‘suspicious,’ contradicting an original report of natural causes. Following the exhumation of Denizolgun’s grave in August 2026, investigators identified heavy metals—including barium, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and nickel—in his tissues and decomposition fluids. Witness testimonies have introduced allegations regarding political and religious motivations, including claims that Kuriş and his mother, Ayşe Gülderen, sought to lead the religious community for financial gain.

A fourth wave of operations led by the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office has resulted in the appointment of trustees to 23 companies suspected of facilitating the group's financial movements. Investigators allege the organization used logistics companies, couriers, and online payment systems to move cash, sometimes concealing funds within humanitarian aid shipments sent abroad. Furthermore, new witness testimonies suggest the group engaged in political manipulation during election cycles, alleging that members were pressured to vote for the CHP and faced exclusion from mosques, student dormitories, and social facilities if they did not comply.

Entities

Alihan Kuriş · Ankara Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığı · Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor's Office · Süleymancılar · MASAK

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Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

    [CRIME] 85 sources
    Alihan Kuriş criminal organization under investigation in Turkey

    Ankara prosecutors have launched an investigation into the Alihan Kuriş criminal organization, involving 29-30 suspects and 23 companies. Allegations include election interference and money laundering.

  2. 15 days ago

    [CRIME] 3 sources
    Alihan Kuriş investigation sees new witness claims regarding FETÖ and Denizolgun

    Witnesses in investigations involving Alihan Kuriş and the death of former Minister Arif Ahmet Denizolgun have alleged FETÖ links and suspicious circumstances surrounding Denizolgun’s passing.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 66 sources
    Turkey advances investigations into unsolved crimes and criminal syndicates

    Turkish authorities report breakthroughs in two unsolved crime cases involving Gülistan Doku and Dede Baltacı, alongside major developments in the Alihan Kuriş criminal organization investigation.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 62 sources
    Arif Ahmet Denizolgun death investigation reopened as suspicious

    Turkish authorities have reopened the investigation into former Minister Arif Ahmet Denizolgun's 2016 death as suspicious, while simultaneously conducting massive raids against the Alihan Kuriş crime group.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 40 sources
    Alihan Kuriş investigation reveals 1,818 real estate transactions

    Ankara prosecutors are investigating Alihan Kuriş and his associates for money laundering and fraud. A MASAK report identified 1,818 real estate transactions among four family members and led to a third wave of

  6. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 55 sources
    Alihan Kuriş criminal organization: Second wave of operations detains 12 suspects

    A second wave of operations against the Alihan Kuriş criminal organization in Turkey has led to 12 detentions, including Hilmi Tuna Kuriş, and the seizure of significant gold and cash assets.

  7. about 1 month ago

    [CRIME] 91 sources
    Alihan Kuriş and Süleymancılar leaders arrested in major fraud probe

    Turkish authorities arrested 32 leaders of the Süleymancılar group, including Alihan Kuriş, amid allegations of massive money laundering, fraud, and the use of secret encrypted software.

  8. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 57 sources
    Alihan Kuriş criminal organization under investigation for massive financial crimes

    Turkish authorities are investigating Alihan Kuriş and his organization for money laundering and fraud, uncovering over 100 billion TL in suspicious transactions and conducting raids across 17 provinces.

  9. about 2 months ago

    [CRIME] 62 sources
    Alihan Kuriş and criminal organization targeted in 17-province operation

    Turkish authorities launched a massive 17-province operation against a criminal organization allegedly led by Alihan Kuriş, involving 49 suspects and the suspected laundering of over 100 billion TL.

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