Etimesgut Mayor Erdal Beşikçioğlu, currently detained as part of an investigation, has tested positive for cannabis. Beşikçioğlu, during his testimony before a court, vehemently denied all accusations against him. He stated that all appointments within the municipality were made based on merit and that he neither committed a crime nor sought personal financial gain. The drug test results emerged following anonymous tips which prompted authorities to collect blood, urine, and hair samples from the mayor. Beşikçioğlu emphasized a focus on qualified appointments during his statement. This development complicates the ongoing investigation into the mayor’s conduct. Further details regarding the investigation and potential charges are yet to be released.