Turkey probes harassment claims at central bank printing plant
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Turkey's central bank has assigned inspectors to investigate sexual harassment allegations at its banknote printing plant in Ankara. A female employee reportedly suffered a brain hemorrhage after reporting harassment by a male colleague. Inspectors completed their inquiry last week and administrative and judicial action may follow.
Key Facts
- A female employee at the Banknote Printing Plant General Directorate in Ankara reported harassment by a male colleague named Necati.
- The woman suffered a brain hemorrhage and underwent angiography due to stress after the harassment.
- Inspectors completed their investigation last week and recommended administrative and judicial action against the accused employee and supervisors who allegedly covered up the incident.
Harassment Allegations
A newly hired female employee at the Banknote Printing Plant General Directorate in Ankara reported being harassed by a male colleague named Necati. She filed a complaint with her supervisor, but supervisors allegedly attempted to cover up the incident instead of disciplining the accused. The same male employee allegedly harassed another female colleague, and that incident was also covered up. Victims were reportedly mocked with the phrase 'Necati's chicks'.
Health Consequences
The harassed employee suffered a brain hemorrhage due to stress and underwent angiography. The incident gained wider attention after her health deteriorated.
Investigation and Findings
Inspectors were assigned to investigate the scandal. The inspectors' inquiry and investigation were completed last week. According to inspector reports, administrative and judicial action may be taken against the accused employee and the supervisors who attempted to cover up the incident.
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