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- Digital Phablet – It has been confirmed that Turkish actor Burak Deniz was acquitted in a high-profile case involving actress Nilperi Şahinkaya. The decision was made by the 15th Criminal Court of First Instance in Adana this week.
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The incident that sparked the case took place in Adana in 2022. Necmi Deniz, who was seated at the same table as Burak Deniz, made inappropriate remarks and issued threats towards him. Additionally, Deniz was accused of mocking Şahinkaya and attempting to strike Necmi, but the punch missed its mark.
ADVERTISEMENTThe public prosecutor advocated for Deniz to face charges. The allegations ranged from public insult and threats to attempted assault.
During the final hearing, Nilperi Şahinkaya participated via video call from Istanbul, accompanied by her lawyer, Nail Gönenli. Both argued that Deniz should be held accountable for his actions.
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However, the court reached a different conclusion. It determined there was insufficient or unclear evidence to establish the charges beyond a reasonable doubt, leading to Deniz’s acquittal on all counts.
Sources indicate that Şahinkaya is dissatisfied with the verdict and plans to appeal. Her legal team believes that a different evaluation of the evidence is warranted.
Media outlets in Turkey have followed the story closely. Both Deniz and Şahinkaya are prominent television personalities, drawing significant public interest and media coverage concerning their legal dispute.
The ruling is viewed as a positive outcome for Deniz. Throughout the process, he denied any wrongdoing, asserting the accusations were false and intended to harm his reputation. The court’s decision confirms his stance.
Nevertheless, the case might continue if Şahinkaya proceeds with her appeal. For now, Deniz can focus on his acting career, which remains active despite some criticism. Fans of both celebrities eagerly await further updates on the case’s resolution.
Currently, Burak Deniz stars as attorney Ertan Aydın in the new season of “Sahtekârlar”. His acting career persists robustly, even as debate continues about the case.