# Femicide of lawyer in İzmir by police officer

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/femicide-of-lawyer-in-izmir-by-police-officer
> Updated: 2026-10-23T16:51:00.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

On October 22, 2026, a police officer identified as Aykut E. shot and killed his fiancée, lawyer Özge P., in the Menemen district of İzmir. Following the shooting, the officer used his service weapon to attempt suicide. Although he was transported to İzmir City Hospital for intensive care, he later died from his injuries.

In response to the incident, the İzmir Bar Association has called for increased oversight of public officials who possess firearm privileges. Bar Association President Serhat Sökmen stated that the event should not be viewed merely as a “personal tragedy” or “madness,” arguing that such incidents reflect a systemic issue. The Association is demanding regular psychological evaluations for armed officials, the suspension of firearm permits for individuals deemed a risk, and stricter disciplinary measures to prevent further femicides.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-23: Izmir Bar Association demands oversight after lawyer's killing by police fiancé

The Izmir Bar Association is demanding stricter psychological oversight and firearm restrictions for public officials after lawyer Özge Penbegül was killed by her police officer fiancé in Izmir.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/izmir-bar-association-demands-oversight-after-lawyers-killing-by-police-fianc

### 2026-10-22: Police officer kills fiancée and commits suicide in İzmir

A police officer from Hakkari shot and killed his fiancée, lawyer Özge P., before attempting suicide in İzmir's Menemen district. He later died in the hospital.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/police-officer-kills-fiance-and-commits-suicide-in-izmir

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