Below Deck Star Joao Franco Arrested in Turkey After Fatal Brawl
Published 21h ago · Latest report 6h ago · Arrest
Affects Türkiye · Covered in 2 countries
Reality TV personality Joao Franco has been arrested in Turkey following a fight that killed a 17-year-old.
Reality television star Joao Franco has been arrested by police in Turkey following a physical altercation that resulted in a teenager's death. Video from the scene shows a fistfight breaking out outside a shop in the resort town of Bodrum. Franco, who appeared as a crew member and captain on the series Below Deck, remains in custody as authorities investigate.
- The incidentVideo footage showed a physical altercation outside a store in Bodrum, Turkey.
- The victimA 17-year-old died as a result of the brawl.
Why it matters
Joao Franco gained public recognition through his appearances on the reality TV franchise Below Deck, where he worked his way up to yacht captain. High-profile incidents involving foreign nationals in Turkey often involve swift investigation by local law enforcement.
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What outlets agree on
Outlets agree that Below Deck star Joao Franco was taken into custody in Bodrum, Turkey, following a fight outside a shop that killed a 17-year-old.
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- ABC NewsYacht captain on reality show 'Below Deck' arrested in Turkey after teenager dies6h ago · open ↗
- The IndependentBelow Deck star Joao Franco arrested after teen killed in fistfight: report21h ago · open ↗
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