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Below Deck Alum Arrested in Turkey After Brawl That Killed 17‑Year‑Old

The Bodrum prosecutor is reviewing CCTV evidence and now holds the brothers in custody pending formal charges.

Overview

  • A verbal argument outside a Bodrum clothing store escalated into a physical fight on Saturday night, Nov. 7, according to multiple local and international reports.
  • CCTV published by Page Six appears to show Karlos Franco throwing the first punch and João Franco at times trying to separate people before later striking a person who fell motionless.
  • The fallen 17‑year‑old reportedly hit his head, suffered cardiac arrest, was revived at the scene and was taken to Muğla Training and Research Hospital where local outlets say he died on Nov. 9.
  • João and Karlos Franco were taken to Bodrum Courthouse, have been detained and are awaiting next legal steps while the Bodrum Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office continues its investigation; specific charges have not been publicly confirmed.
  • João Franco is a former Below Deck cast member whose colleagues have urged caution pending facts and Bravo has declined to comment as coverage relies on Page Six and Turkish local outlets for footage and details.