Manavgat Mayor Niyazi Nefi Kara made important statements following his arrest.

Kara stated that the suspension of his CHP membership was a reflex from the party's upper management under extraordinary circumstances. He declared, "The Republican People's Party is my family."

Kara expressed that the ongoing process was an attempt to discredit him and his party through slander and lies.

He stated, "Our innocence will be revealed once the trial process is completed," reiterating his loyalty to the party.

Kara concluded by saying, "We are standing stronger than ever," addressing his supporters.