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UAV crashes into police station parking lot in Arsin, Turkey
An object, identified as a gasoline-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), crashed into the parking lot of the Arsin District Police Department in Trabzon, Turkey. The incident occurred around 19:00, causing significant damage to at least three to four police vehicles and breaking windows in the police building and nearby businesses.
Preliminary investigations suggest the UAV struck a fire escape at a police residence before falling. While the impact caused a loud noise and a sensation similar to an explosion, authorities reported that no explosive materials were found on the device. No deaths or injuries were reported following the incident.
Trabzon Governor Tahir Şahin and Arsin Mayor Hamza Bilgin visited the site to oversee the situation. Security forces have established a perimeter, and specialized bomb disposal and crime scene investigation teams are conducting a detailed examination to determine the exact cause of the crash.
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Arsin · Arsin District Police Department · Hamza Bilgin · Tahir Şahin · Trabzon