1 October 2024
Evrim Kepenek, a reporter for Bianet, has gone on trial before the Istanbul Büyükçekmece 9th Criminal Court of First Instance on charges of “violating the confidentiality of an investigation” over her reporting on the alleged death of a child as a result of sexual abuse.
In her defense at the hearing, Kepenek stated: “Throughout my career, I have adhered to the principles of professional journalism, striving especially to amplify the voices of women and children. As a core principle of my work, I safeguard the rights of victims and report their stories to the public in an ethical manner without causing further harm.” The court referred the case to the prosecutor’s office for preparation of the final opinion and adjourned the trial until January 24, 2025. (1 October)
