13 people, including Ataşehir Deputy Mayor Murat Güneş, were detained in an investigation into allegations that bribes were demanded in return for construction permits.
The investigation by the Turkish Istanbul Anatolian Chief Public Prosecutor's Office also covers allegations that zoning changes were approved in return for benefits. An allegation that municipal employees received gift cards in return for bribes is also being examined. Procedures for the detained municipal employees at the police are continuing.
