Developments Following the Attack on Özgür Özel

The penalty sought for Selçuk Tengioğlu after the attack on CHP leader Özgür Özel has been determined. According to the indictment, Tengioğlu is expected to receive a prison sentence of 2 years and 3 months to 4.5 years.
The attack occurred during the memorial ceremony for Sırrı Süreyya Önder on May 4. Özel stated that they had received threats recently and believed the attack was planned.

Tengioğlu had previously served 16 years in prison for killing two of his children and was released on parole in 2020. Security cameras revealed the details of the incident after the attack.

The indictment stated that Selçuk Tengioğlu committed the attack in a moment of anger. Investigations revealed that the suspect had no connections to any criminal organizations.
Özgür Özel's lawyer stated that the attack was planned and that his client was targeted due to his public duties. This situation may lead to an increase in the attacker's sentence.