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Student violence incidents in Istanbul

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Incidents of violence involving students have been reported in Istanbul. In September, a 12-year-old student in Arnavutköy was assaulted by three peers; the victim reportedly pleaded for mercy due to epilepsy. Police detained three suspects following the incident, which was captured on video. In October, a more severe attack occurred at Şeyh Şamil İmam Hatip Ortaokulu in the Başakşehir district. On the morning of October 6, 2026, a 15-year-old female student from Küçükçekmece Fahrettin Kerim Gökay Anatolian High School entered the premises wearing her own school uniform and reportedly stabbed students indiscriminately. While Health Minister Kemal Memişoğlu initially of Education Yusuf Tekin confirmed eight injuries, it has since been reported that 10-year-old Eslem Sare Bulut died in the hospital despite medical efforts. Other injured from her injuries. While eight students were treated at Başakşehir Çam ve Sakura City Hospital, with officials reporting one student initially reported injured, several others were noted to be in critical condition and two in moderate-to-serious or serious condition. In response to the stabbing, response, the Ministry of National Education suspended all educational activities at the school for two days and deployed inspectors. days. The Ministry of Interior has also appointed a civil inspector and a police inspector to investigate. Authorities investigate, and authorities have launched both judicial and administrative investigations, and the investigations. The suspect has been detained. Additionally, the Istanbul 3rd Criminal Court of Peace Turkish Radio and Television Supreme Council (RTÜK) has imposed a broadcasting ban on news coverage related to the attack while investigations continue. to protect the investigation and public order. The incident has sparked renewed calls from educators and unions for enhanced school security measures and professional security personnel in educational institutions. Psychosocial support is being provided to students, teachers, and parents.

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