Singer İzzet Yıldızhan and Businessman Bilal Kadayıfçıoğlu Detained in Football Player Murder Investigation

Istanbul, Turkey – March 22, 2026 – The investigation into the murder of Kubilay Kaan Kundakçı, a 21-year-ancient footballer for Kars 36 Spor, has taken a new turn with the detention of renowned Turkish singer İzzet Yıldızhan and businessman Bilal Kadayıfçıoğlu. The number of detainees in the case has risen to ten, according to reports from CNN Turk and Milliyet.

Details of the Incident

Kubilay Kaan Kundakçı was fatally shot on March 19th in the Ümraniye district of Istanbul whereas in a parked car with a friend. Initial reports suggest Kundakçı was attempting to mediate a reconciliation between rapper Vahap Canbay, from the group Canbay & Wolker, and his former partner, singer Aleyna Kalaycıoğlu.

Recent Developments and Detentions

Eight suspects, including Alaattin Kadayıfçıoğlu, the son of Bilal Kadayıfçıoğlu, were previously detained and the murder weapon was recovered. Journalist Ceylan Sever reported that Yıldızhan and Bilal Kadayıfçıoğlu were detained today on suspicion of aiding and abetting the crime. Zuhal Kalaycıoğlu, the mother of Aleyna Kalaycıoğlu, was also among those detained yesterday, as reported by Milliyet.

Connection Between Detainees

Reports indicate that İzzet Yıldızhan and Bilal Kadayıfçıoğlu are kirve – a Turkish tradition denoting a close, familial relationship often established through a child’s baptism or similar ceremony. This connection is being investigated as part of the ongoing inquiry, according to Takvim.

Ongoing Investigation

Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motives of those involved. The investigation is multifaceted and ongoing, with authorities pursuing all available leads.