Social Media Influencer Deniz Sinan Demir Arrested for Insulting Sunnis

Defense Cites Health and Alcohol During his court appearance, Deniz Sinan Demir stated in his defense that he suffers from bipolar disorder and was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
Admission of Statements Demir admitted that the remarks identified in an expert report as insulting toward Sunni citizens belonged to him.
In his defense, he stated: "I am not normally someone who says such things.
I uttered those expressions under the influence of alcohol and my illness.
I am a believer myself." Court Orders Arrest Despite expressing regret and requesting to be released, the court evaluated the current state of evidence and the nature of the crime.
The judicial panel decided to arrest Demir, who was subsequently transferred to prison.