# Turkish organized crime police operations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkish-organized-crime-police-operations
> Updated: 2026-09-07T11:03:00.000Z. Sources: 20. Developments: 2.

Turkish law enforcement has conducted major operations targeting organized crime groups across different regions.

In August 2026, police in the Reyhanlı district of Hatay targeted the ‘Çapinler’ and ‘Sasunlu’ groups. The operation, coordinated by the Reyhanlı Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, resulted in the detention of 16 suspects. Investigations indicated these groups were involved in 30 judicial incidents between 2024 and 2026, including attempted murder and firearm violations. Authorities noted the suspects used social media to display weapons and threaten the local population.

In September 2026, a large-scale operation led by the Kayseri Chief Public Prosecutor's Office targeted the ‘Şirinler’ crime group across five provinces: Kayseri, Istanbul, Antalya, Konya, and Kırıkkale. The group, allegedly led by Hacı Ömer Okuducu—a businessman in the meat industry and sports management—was linked to 89 criminal acts, including looting, deprivation of liberty, attempted murder, wounding, threats, and property damage. 

During simultaneous raids on 40 locations, including 35 residences and 5 workplaces, police detained 32 suspects. Following judicial proceedings, 16 individuals were arrested while 16 were released under judicial control. Authorities seized various items, including a licensed firearm, ammunition, knives, documents, computers, and narcotics.

## Claims

- Police conducted simultaneous operations against the 'Şirinler' crime group in five provinces. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The crime group was allegedly led by H. Ö. O. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The group is linked to 89 criminal acts, including attempted murder, threats, and looting. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The investigation identified 68 victims and 80 external suspects. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- 32 suspects were detained during the operation. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Operations targeted 40 addresses across Kayseri, Istanbul, Antalya, Konya, and Kırıkkale. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Authorities seized a licensed firearm, 88 rounds of ammunition, knives, and drugs. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Authorities conducted a simultaneous operation against the 'Şirinler' crime group in five provinces. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The crime group was allegedly established under the leadership of H. Ö. O. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The group is linked to 89 criminal acts, including attempted murder, wounding, threats, and looting. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The investigation identified 68 victims and 80 external suspects involved in the group's activities. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- The operation targeted 32 suspects across 40 addresses, including 35 residences and 5 workplaces. (corroborated by 3 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Kayseri police dismantle ‘Şirinler’ organized crime group

Turkish police arrested 16 members of the ‘Şirinler’ organized crime group following raids across five provinces, targeting 89 alleged crimes including attempted murder and looting.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-police-raid-irinler-crime-group-across-five-provinces

### 2026-08-19: Reyhanlı police detain 16 suspects in operation against armed groups

Police in Reyhanlı, Hatay, detained 16 suspects during a simultaneous operation targeting the ‘Çapinler’ and ‘Sasunlu’ armed criminal groups involved in dozens of violent incidents.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/reyhanl-police-detain-16-suspects-in-operation-against-armed-groups

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