Türkiye: in Antalya, Turkey, About 20 People Who Bought Appliances From a White Goods Dealer Claim They Paid But Never Received Their

A criminal complaint was filed with the prosecutor's office on behalf of 7 victims, with the total amount paid reported as 1,102,700 Turkish lira. Retired non-commissioned officer Ozan Esen, one of the complainants, told reporters he purchased appliances worth 140,000 lira about 1.5 years ago. Esen said they agreed to pay installments in advance and collect the goods later.

"We were told the products would be kept in storage. About 2 months ago, when I wanted to pick up my appliances, we learned the dealer had gone bankrupt. We can't find anyone to deal with.

The current value of the products is between 220-230 thousand lira, he said. Tunahan Savran also stated he paid 138,000 lira: "I wanted to complete my payments before marriage. Later, I went to the dealer to get the products but found out the store had closed.

Lawyer Sena Çokçevik noted they have started legal proceedings for 7 people who contacted her. Çokçevik said they filed a criminal complaint with the Antalya Chief Public Prosecutor's Office: We have complained about the company officials concerned. We will continue our legal fight. Çokçevik stated about 20 people were victimized and that her 7 clients paid a total of 1,102,700 lira to the dealer in question.