Can Aksoy was appointed to serve as an inspector at Esenyurt Municipality, a role also described as kayyum, before his later removal.
On 2026-10-19, Can Aksoy was removed from his position as kayyum of Esenyurt Municipality. According to multiple reports, he will continue his duties as the deputy governor of Istanbul.
Also on 2026-10-19, Yusuf Ulutaş, who served as Aksoy’s assistant, was detained in the corruption investigation. Authorities searched his residence and found a large amount of cash, foreign currency, jewelry, and high‑value watches.
He has accumulated a 15‑year career in journalism and presently works as the Gündem Editörü at Haber7.
Can Aksoy was born in 1990 in Istanbul. He has accumulated a 15‑year career in journalism and presently works as the Gündem Editörü at Haber7.com.
A corruption probe into Esenyurt Municipality has led to the detention of numerous individuals. 19 suspects were identified, with 17 of them arrested. The investigation centers on allegations that certain municipal tenders were tampered with and that bribes were collected from contractors.
The corruption inquiry follows a separate terrorism investigation targeting Esenyurt Municipality’s mayor, Ahmet Özer. The Interior Ministry is conducting that investigation, which preceded the actions against Aksoy and his assistant.