# Passenger Reports Sexual Assault by Security Guard in Turkish Airlines Lounge

_Jul 12 09:53_

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A passenger reports being sexually assaulted by a male security guard in a Turkish Airlines Business Class lounge in Kayseri, Turkey, on July 4, 2026

## Summary

On July 4, 2026, a passenger named Ivan reported a sexual assault by a male security guard in the Turkish Airlines Business Class Lounge in Kayseri (ASR), Turkey. The incident involved two interactions: first, the guard pressed his finger against Ivan's crotch while checking tickets in a wide-open area; second, the guard followed Ivan into a small bathroom near the security station and closed the door. The event occurred in a domestic lounge with dedicated security staff separate from the main terminal

## Why it matters

Affects Turkish Airlines loyalty members and route planners.

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/man-sexually-assaulted-security-guard-turkish-airlines-lounge) — Man Sexually Assaulted By Security Guard In Turkish Airlines Lounge

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