As part of a corruption investigation against the Bayrampasha Municipality of Istanbul, the mayor Hasan Mutlu has been detained, APA reports, citing the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office.
It was reported that a total of 48 people were arrested as part of the investigation, and the suspects were charged with "giving and receiving bribes, embezzlement, and interference in tenders."
As part of the operation, search and seizure procedures have been launched at 72 residences and offices linked to the suspects.