A Large-Scale Campaign Targets 14 Individuals in “Prohibited Substances” Cases The campaign hits stars, celebrities, and influencers, sparking shock among their fans

Security forces in Turkey on Thursday launched a wide-ranging campaign targeting 14 individuals suspected of involvement in cases related to prohibited substances. All of them are well-known figures in the fields of arts, media, and social media.

The list of individuals targeted by the measures included several actors and actresses, amid shock among their fans. Among them are actor Burak Deniz, and actresses Sinem Ünsal, Ahsen Eroğlu, Büşra Pekin, Serra Pırtınç, and Hafsanur Sancaktutan.

The campaign also targeted several singers, including Emircan İğrek, Mert Demir, Emre Öztürk, Norm Ender, in addition to musician Utku Ünsal.

The measures also extended to a number of social media influencers, including Oğuzhan Alibaş, Anas Güler, and chef Somer Sivrioğlu.

According to reports, police detained 11 of the wanted individuals, while two others remain at large, and one is believed to be outside the country.

Istanbul witnessed security raids on several addresses and homes as part of broader investigations within an ongoing campaign that has been running for months to curb this phenomenon among well-known figures.

The detainees are expected to undergo medical examinations, including blood and hair tests, before being presented to the public prosecutor. They may be released temporarily pending test results, unless the prosecution decides to detain some of them.

The campaign comes as part of a series of measures carried out by authorities in recent months, which have led to investigations involving several celebrities in similar cases.

The law stipulates penalties that may reach several years of imprisonment for those proven guilty, along with stricter penalties if the offense occurs in public places or near educational, health, or religious institutions.

Legislation also allows for the postponement of prosecution in some cases, provided the accused participates in a structured rehabilitation program, with charges being dropped upon full compliance with its conditions.