January 2026: Major Drug Operation
January 2026: Drug Investigation Extends to Rap Artists and TikTok Creators
The nationwide narcotics investigation continued into the first month of 2026, with the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office shifting its focus toward the music and digital media sectors. This phase specifically involved several high-profile figures from the Turkish rap scene and popular content creators on social media platforms.
Investigation Details and Charges:
The legal proceedings for January 2026 were conducted within the scope of the Turkish Penal Code, involving the following charges:
- Purchasing, accepting, or possessing drugs or stimulants for personal use.
- Providing a place for the use of drugs or facilitating access.
- Encouraging the use of illegal substances through lyrics or social media content.
In accordance with legal requirements, those named in the probe were brought to the Istanbul Courthouse to provide their statements and were subsequently referred to the Council of Forensic Medicine for toxicological testing.
List of Individuals Involved in the January 2026 Investigation:
- Ezhel – Ömer Sercan İpekçioğlu (Rap Artist)
- Motive – Tolga Can Serbes (Rap Artist)
- Murda – Önder Doğan (Rap Artist)
- Çakal – Emirhan Çakal (Rap Artist)
- Reckol – Recep Efe Taşkın (Rap Artist)
- Sefo – Seyfullah Sağır (Rap Artist)
- Cellat36 – Özgür Deniz Cellat (TikTok Influencer)
- Yaren Alaca (Social Media Influencer)
- Buse Korkmaz (TikTok Influencer)
- Ece Ronay (Influencer / Singer)
Current Legal Status:
While the Prosecutor’s Office continues to review the forensic findings for each individual, the legal process remains ongoing. Some individuals have been cleared of charges, while others remain under judicial supervision or are participating in the mandatory probation system as part of the continuing investigation.
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