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Turkish authorities arrest stand-up comedian over jokes
Police detained a stand-up comedian on charges that his jokes insulted the president and incited hatred of religion. The arrest follows a complaint filed with prosecutors.
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Turkish authorities arrested a stand-up comedian on charges that his jokes insulted the president and incited the public to hatred of religion. The detention occurred after a formal complaint reached prosecutors. Officials have not released the date of the performance or the specific material cited in the complaint.
Legal process The case will proceed under existing statutes that address insults to public officials and religious incitement. Prosecutors will determine whether to seek formal charges and a trial date. No further details on the comedian's identity or legal representation have been released.
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