Istanbul: Former referee and commentator Ahmet akar, who was detained as part of an investigation into football betting in Trkiye, has been released, APA reports, citing TGRT Haber.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Ahmet akar experienced a heart spasm earlier today and subsequently underwent an angiogram procedure. Following the medical procedure, he has been discharged from the hospital.
Last week, authorities in Trkiye initiated a new operation targeting illegal betting activities. During this operation, several football players, including those from prominent clubs Fenerbah§e and Galatasaray, were detained.
In total, detention orders were issued for 46 individuals as part of the investigation, with 35 of them being arrested. The operation has highlighted ongoing efforts to tackle illegal betting activities in the country.