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Turkish organized crime police operations
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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 separate 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. This operation involved 98 police teams and resulted in the detention of 32 suspects. The group is group, allegedly responsible for 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, and attempted murder. 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.
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- 2026-09-08 19:04 UTC Turkish organized crime police operations
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