A total of 88 people, including 77 schoolchildren, have received medical treatment for suspected food poisoning in the Kurtalan district of Siirt province in southeastern Türkiye.

Of 88 people affected, 33 were hospitalized, while the remaining 55 received outpatient medical care, according to Yeni Safak.

A preliminary investigation found that the symptoms reportedly developed after the individuals ate fast food containing chicken.

Relevant authorities have collected food samples for testing as part of the investigation. The owner of the establishment has been detained pending further inquiries.

The cause of the suspected food poisoning is being investigated.