Turkish Refereeing Chief Ferhat Gundogdu Jailed Amid Corruption Cases

Ferhat Gundogdu, head of Turkey’s refereeing committee, has been jailed in connection with corruption cases shaking Turkish football.

His imprisonment brings the leadership of the country’s refereeing body into the spotlight as the sport faces scrutiny over corruption.

The brief account of the case did not specify the allegations against Gundogdu or explain his suspected role. It also did not identify any other people involved.

No details were provided about a court ruling or the next steps in the proceedings. His imprisonment alone does not establish that he has been convicted.