Ufuk Bayraktar Appears in Court Over Assault Allegations
Turkish actor Ufuk Bayraktar appeared before the court following allegations of assault at a workplace. He is set to stand trial with a prison sentence request of up to 12 years, drawing significant public and media attention.
According to the indictment, the incident allegedly took place on August 21 at a business located in Beyoğlu, Istanbul. It was claimed that Ufuk Bayraktar caused a disturbance at the venue, after which the business owner filed a complaint. The situation reportedly escalated into an assault allegation.
Charge of “Aggravated Robbery at a Workplace with Multiple Persons”
Under the charges brought against him, Ufuk Bayraktar is accused of “robbery at a workplace committed together with multiple persons”, an offense that carries a potential sentence of up to 12 years in prison. The case will be heard for the first time at the İstanbul 16th High Criminal Court.
“Ufuk Bayraktar is being tried on serious charges related to an incident at a workplace, with prosecutors seeking a lengthy prison sentence.”
Bayraktar arrived at the courthouse to attend the hearing, where he faced the judge for the first time in connection with the case. The judicial process is ongoing, and further hearings are expected before a final verdict is reached.
