" It is illegal for a foreigner to work without a work permit, although you do not realise this initially"
Strange, we told him that in 2004! And 2005, 2006....Here he is 13 years on pleading ignorance.
For the sake of honest, trusting people locally and the good reputation of British citizens with the Turkish people over there, please do not pledge one penny to this scamming, woman threatening & bullying, lying, stealing, deceptive liar - he is in the correct place now.
I might start a Justgiving appeal to raise £3,000 to ensure he stays there - money well spent.