Narin Güran Murder Trial

Narin Güran Murder Trial

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Narin Güran Murder Trial

Trial underway for the murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran in Turkey; four suspects remain in custody.

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Diyarbakır Cumhuriyet BaşsavcılığıDiyarbakır BarosuAile Ve Sosyal Hizmetler Bakanlığı
Narin GüranYüksel GüranEnes GüranSalim GüranNevzat Bahtiyar
What happened to Narin Güran?
The trial for the murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran, whose body was found in a stream 19 days after she went missing, is ongoing in Diyarbakır. Four suspects, including her mother, brother, and uncle, remain in custody.
Who are the suspects in the case?
The court has ordered a detailed examination of the cell phone records and denied a request to include Baran Güran as a plaintiff. The defense accused the investigation of bias and excessive media attention.
What is the current status of the case?
The case highlights concerns about the investigation's conduct, prompting accusations of bias and a call for justice from various parties, including the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
What was the outcome of the court hearing?
The mother, Yüksel Güran, pleaded her innocence and appealed to the President, while the family's lawyer criticized the investigation's handling of the case.
What are the main accusations made during the trial?
The court adjourned the trial until December 26th, maintaining the suspects' detention and accepting the participation requests from Narin's father and the Ministry of Family and Social Services.