Balıkesir University Tourism Faculty Tourism Guidance Department student Ata Emre Akman (20) was murdered on May 11 in Karesi district Karaoğlan Mahallesi Emir Street where he was delivering an order. The prosecutor’s investigation into the incident has been completed. The indictment prepared by the prosecution and submitted to the Balıkesir 3rd High Criminal Court requested aggravated life imprisonment for the defendant E.Ö for “intentionally killing with monstrous feelings or causing torture.” Due to the defendant’s age being under 18, the indictment also requested the application of Article 21 of the Turkish Penal Code, which states that in case of minors between the ages of 15 and 18 who commit crimes that require aggravated life imprisonment, a sentence of 14 to 20 years can be imposed.
The court is currently in the process of evaluating the indictment. Ata Emre Akman, who was a student at Balıkesir University Tourism Faculty Tourism Guidance Department, had started working as a motorcycle courier to deliver orders for a company. On the day of the incident, he went to Emir Street in Karaoğlan Mahallesi to deliver a pizza order. After delivering the pizza, as he was walking back towards his parked motorcycle, Akman was attacked by E.Ö, who came up to him with a knife. Akman tragically lost his life on the spot, and E.Ö fled the scene but was later apprehended by the police and arrested.
The case has sparked outrage and concern among the community, as a promising young student’s life was taken in such a brutal manner while he was simply doing his job. The prosecution’s request for aggravated life imprisonment for the perpetrator showcases the seriousness of the crime and the need for justice to be served. The court’s decision on the matter will be crucial in ensuring that such senseless acts of violence are deterred and punished appropriately.
Ata Emre Akman’s untimely death has left his family, friends, and classmates devastated, as they mourn the loss of a bright young individual with a promising future ahead of him. The tragic incident has also raised discussions about the safety of delivery workers and the need for increased security measures to protect individuals like Akman who work in similar professions. The local community has come together to show their support and solidarity during this difficult time, as they remember and honor Akman’s memory.
As the legal proceedings continue, the hope for justice and accountability remains strong among those affected by the tragedy. The outcome of the court’s evaluation of the indictment and the subsequent trial will be closely watched by the public, as it will determine the fate of the perpetrator and the delivery of justice for Ata Emre Akman. The impact of this incident has served as a wake-up call for the community to address issues of safety and security, especially for those working in vulnerable professions, and to strive for a safer environment for all individuals.
