Sakarya Provincial Health Directorate's Statement on Allegations of Negligence in Baby's Death

The Sakarya Provincial Health Directorate addressed allegations of negligence in the death of a baby six years ago, stating, "In the preliminary investigation conducted with expert reports, as well as the prosecutor's inquiry and forensic report, no faults were found in the process, and the prosecutor's office has ruled that there is no grounds for prosecution."

In its statement, the Health Directorate described a news headline in the national press stating "Newborn Bacteria Scandal Expanded by 4 More Cases" as misleading and unfounded.

The statement continued: "Regarding the claims made, the Sakarya Provincial Health Directorate conducted a thorough preliminary investigation with expert reports in 2018, and through the prosecutor's investigation and forensic report, no faults were found in the process. The prosecution's decision confirmed that there are no grounds for legal action. The process has been meticulously monitored. Our Directorate has carried out necessary inspections, and these inspections will continue."