"Beat & Release": Bystander Hit by Gunfire as Drivers Fail to "Yield" to Each Other, in Nevşehir

türkçe links to original Turkish article

(DHA News Agency, 4 June 2026)

U.T. and E.K. trying, but failing, to translate it into Turkish...

The incident occurred yesterday around 2:30 PM on Belediye Street in 

the Camicedit neighborhood of Nevşehir. Following a funeral prayer at 

the Kurşunlu Mosque, a dispute arose between U.T., who was driving to 

the cemetery for burial, and driver E.K. over right-of-way.  The argument 

quickly escalated into a gunfight. (!)

During the altercation, a stray bullet from U.T.'s gun struck Harun İ., a 

shopkeeper who was standing on the sidewalk, in the leg (!). Following 

reports from bystanders, medical and police teams were dispatched to 

the scene. Harun İ. was taken to Nevşehir State Hospital for treatment 

after initial medical intervention. U.T. and E.K. were taken into custody. 

E.K. was released after questioning at the police station, while U.T., who 

was referred to the courthouse, was arrested. Meanwhile, the moments 

when U.T. fired his gun were captured on a cell phone camera from 

inside a vehicle.

...so, coats off and guns drawn!

"Fleece & Release": American Tourist Charged $160 for 5-minute Taxi Ride, in Istanbul

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 3 June 2026)

  "Hmmm, 5-minute ride, $160 bucks...sounds expensive..."

American social media streamer Andrew Greald Rencourt, who attended 

a concert by world-renowned musician Travis Scott in Istanbul the 

previous day, took a taxi from Karaköy to his hotel around 1:00 AM 

after the concert. Allegedly, Rencourt paid the taxi driver, Hayrettin Arğuç, 

7,300 TL (about $160)  for a five-minute ride (!).

Rencourt, who was live streaming during the journey, uploaded the entire 

video to his social media. Following the backlash to the video shared on 

social media, an investigation was launched. The taxi driver, Hayrettin 

Arğuç, was taken into custody and subsequently brought to the Istanbul 

Courthouse. 

                  Hayrettin  Arğuç: "You talkin' to me?!"

In his statement, Arğuç said, "Rencourt asked me for cash. He wanted me 

to pay via POS machine. Because I gave the passenger $100, I charged 

7,300 Turkish Lira via POS machine. I didn't defraud anyone." In the 

prosecutor's request for arrest, it was stated that Hayrettin Arğuç's defense 

was aimed at escaping punishment, that the distance traveled was 

5 kilometers, and the fee to be paid was at most 300 lira. Arğuç, who 

was referred to the Magistrates' Court, was arrested for 'fraud' and 

sent to prison.

"Paint & Release": Smurfs Cured Her Epilepsy; Now They Adorn Garbage Containers, in Bodrum

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 2 June 2026)

Living in Bodrum, Muğla, Meryem Sebile Gündüz (19), a graduate of the 

Fine Arts High School, overcame her childhood epilepsy and various 

health problems through painting. Bringing her art to the streets, Gündüz 

initiated a visual transformation in the district by painting garbage 

containers (!).

Meryem Sebile Gündüz continued her struggle with epilepsy, which she 

contracted in childhood, and various subsequent health problems through 

painting. Over time, she overcame her illnesses. Bringing her art to the 

streets, Gündüz began painting the municipality's containers with 

cartoon characters and animal figures. 

Gündüz's work attracted attention in the district and on social media. 

With the permission of the municipality, she has painted 8 containers to 

date. Gündüz, who stated that she enjoys drawing, said, "I came across 

the 'taking a trash container' trend on social media, where some people 

shared their work with the note 'I'm taking it because it has sentimental 

value.' After this trend, I got this idea. I took my paints and went out into 

the street. I also uploaded a video of my first drawing. This video became 

a trend. After me, I saw that many people were doing and sharing similar 

works."

Gündüz, who said that she had a meeting with Bodrum Mayor Tamer 

Mandalinci after he saw her videos on social media and contacted her, 

and that he offered his support, stated, "We met and discussed the details. 

He said he wanted to support me. I started my work with the permission 

of the municipality. I usually paint cartoon characters from my childhood." 

Gündüz said that some people approached her with prejudice because she 

was painting garbage containers, but added, "However, over time I also 

met people who supported me. There were even people who sat next to 

me and painted with me. I am doing it with great pleasure now. I aim to 

color not only containers but also walls and streets in the future."

Gündüz said, "Until four years ago, I had epilepsy, and I overcame it. 

Painting has always been a source of morale and motivation for me. 

I realized that I could achieve things. There were times when I was 

excluded because of my illnesses. However, because I loved my talent 

and was eager to create in this field, I never gave up, I persevered. 

Perhaps this is the reason why I am healthy today. In addition, I have 

overcome other illnesses that can be overcome with morale. At the root 

of all of them was my talent and effort. Now I think that I can achieve

things and reap the rewards of my labor. I will not give up, I will 

continue, and you should too. Chase your dream."

"Revolve & Release": Film Set With "Kaaba" Look-alike Draws Moslem Pilgims, in Kocaeli

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(Sözcü Newspaper, 1 June 2026)

                               Transplanted sanctity.

In Çayırova district of Kocaeli province, a set for the film "İslamiyet'in

Doğuşu" (The Birth of Islam) has been erected and includes a black cube 

that resembles the Kabe (Kaaba) in Mecca, to the extent that citizens

are encircling the cube to perform "tavaf", the ceremony of going around

the Kaaba at Mecca (!). 

Workers on the set playing music are being scolded by citizens for 

disturbing the "sanctity of the Kaaba".  One worker lamented that 

"We were listening to music while working. A man came and told us to 

turn off the music, saying this place was sacred. Then he called the police. 

We built this place, and now they're performing the pilgrimage."

The resemblance is uncanny...

E

Another worker related that "Sometimes we take off our undershirts 

because of the heat. We get reactions like, 'How can you do that in a 

place like this!' This isn't real, it's a model. There are some very strange 

people here."

A lot less expensive than going all the way to Mecca.

"Backfire & Release": He Shot at a Snake But Ricochets Injured 5 People Instead, in Siverek

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 31 May 2026)

Police sketch of H.Ö. in action...that's E.Y. in back of him.

In  Siverek district of Şanlıurfa province, H.Ö. (56) tried to kill a snake

he spotted in his garden with his hunting rifle, but he wounded 5 people,

including 3 children, instead (!). 

The incident occurred in Üstüntaş village.  When H.Ö. shot at the snake

the ricochets hit R. Ö. (59), E.Y. (31), Y.B. (4), M.S.Y. (4) and F.E. (6). 

The injured individuals were taken to Siverek State Hospital - all are

said to be in good condition. H.Ö. was taken into custody, and an inquiry

into the incident has been initiated. 

"Hide & Release": Sacrificial Cow Dodges the Knife, After Falling in Old Dynamite Pit, in Gümüşhane

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(Tek Haber Agency website, 29 May 2026)

"Plan? What plan?...heh heh heh."

A sacrificial cow that went missing eight days ago after separating 

from its herd in Köse district of Gümüşhane was found in a dynamite 

storage pit belonging to an old dam construction site. The animal, 

which was rescued from where it was trapped with the help of an 

excavator, was determined to have survived for days by drinking only 

rainwater.  Having lost weight , the cow was spared from the Feast of

Sacrifice "festivities" (!). 

The cow ,belonging to Ömer Faruk Kesler, a livestock breeder in the 

district, went missing after straying from its herd. Kesler searched for 

days, with the support of Gendarmerie teams, but the search in the 

forested and mountainous areas yielded no results. Despite having a 

bell around its neck, the animal's cries went unheard for days. It was 

eventually found in an old construction site near where it disappeared.

A shepherd grazing his herd in the area noticed the sound, leading to 

the discovery of the animal in a dynamite storage pit. The cow, which 

had survived for eight days without food, relying only on rainwater, 

prompted a rescue operation.

                           Lives to graze another day.

The walls of the warehouse were demolished with the help of an excavator 

called to the scene, and the cow was safely removed from where it had 

fallen. The moments when the freed animal immediately began grazing 

on the grass, and the rescue process itself, were captured on the cell phone 

cameras of onlookers.

Livestock breeder Ömer Faruk Kesler, who was reunited with his animal 

after a search, expressed his happiness with these words:

“We searched everywhere for days. We looked everywhere, near and far. 

But this was fate. We found it near us. I'm sure it went through very difficult 

times. Thank God we found it. Because it was so thin, we gave up on 

sacrificing it.”

"Meat & Release": Where's The Beef?! Stolen in Traffic!, in Adana

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(Sözcü Newspaper, 29 May 2026)

        Mobile butcher shop...and five-finger discount.

In Adana's Yüreğir district, Ümit Ö. jumped onto the back of  Bekir

Ç.'s truck and stole 40 kilograms of meat (!) when the truck stopped

at a red light. Ümit Ö. then fled with the meat on the motorcycle

belonging to his accomplice Coşkun S. 

However (!),  police reviewed surveillance video from the scene

and nabbed the two meat thieves. During their questioning at the police 

station, the suspects allegedly said, "We barbecued some of the meat 

and sold the rest." Following the proceedings, Ümit Ö. and Coşkun S. 

were referred to the courthouse and subsequently arrested by the court.

Heading to the slammer with tummies full of BBQ. 

"Alice & Release": Instead of a Rabbit Hole, She Fell Into a Well, in Konya

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(Sözcü Newspaper, 28 May 2026)

        Feride hanım in...and then out of Wonderland.

In Konya's Ereğli district, Feride Ballı (55) fell into an empty well.

Her relatives notified police and rescue teams arrived to extract her from

the well after a 1.5-hour effort. She was taken to Ereğli State Hospital

for treatment of  some minor wounds suffered in the fall. 

"Fickle Fate & (No) Release": Jack Fails, Bus Crushes Senegalese Mechanic, in Istanbul

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(Sabah Newspaper, 27 May 2026)

        Angel of Death came all the way from Senegal.

Seringue Fallou Gueye, a Senegalese national working as a bus 

mechanic at Esenler Bus Terminal, died after being crushed under 

a malfunctioning passenger bus while repairing it. It has been 

learned that Gueye's body will be buried in Senegal. 

However (!), his friend, Karim Diop, said, "The bus company didn't 

help, they didn't even call. It will cost $4,000 to transport the body to 

Senegal. This is a workplace accident."

The incident occurred at approximately 7:00 PM on May 20th. 

Allegedly, the driver of a passenger bus that departed from the terminal 

stopped on the road after a while, and when the vehicle wouldn't start, 

he called for a mobile auto electrician, Seringue Fallou Gueye, a 

Senegalese national.

No.

Gueye, who had lifted the bus with a jack and crawled underneath it, 

was crushed under tons of weight when the bus fell on top of him. 

Bystanders rushed to help, and citizens used a jack to free Gueye from 

where he was trapped. After receiving treatment from paramedics who

arrived at the scene, Gueye was taken to the hospital with serious 

injuries and died around 5:00 AM. Police have launched an investigation 

into the incident.

The body of Seringue Fallou Gueye was received by his friends. Diop, 

a friend who stated that the bus company did not help, said, "I want help. 

The bus company didn't help, they didn't even call. This is a workplace 

accident. We weren't helped. We need $4,000 to transport the body. My 

friend had four children in Senegal. They are also in a difficult situation. 

As his friends, we are saddened. We are asking for help from the 

government."

"Surprise & Release": As May Ends, 7 Meters of Snow Fall, in Şırnak

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 26 May 2026)

                       Maybe it'll melt by wintertime...

In Beytüşşebap district of Şırnak, snow accumulations exceeding 

7 meters (!) in some high-altitude areas on the road to Tuzluca village 

are being cleared to ensure continued transportation.

In the Lise Tayrı region of Tuzluca village, which is part of Beytüşşebap 

district, teams from the Provincial Special Administration are clearing 

the accumulated snow masses on the road with heavy machinery. The 

teams are having difficulty carrying out the work due to snow 

accumulations exceeding 7 meters in some high-altitude areas. It was 

stated that the road is being widened at points where snow walls have 

formed on the Kato-Tuzluca line, and cleaning and leveling are being 

carried out on curves and passes to ensure safe passage. Officials reported 

that the work continues depending on weather conditions.

Merchants in town looking for their New Year's decorations.

"Weed & Release": Fire Exposed "Volcanic" Marijuana Production Setup, in Istanbul

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 25 May 2026)

                             Did firefighters inhale?!

Responding to a fire that broke out on the top floor of a building in 

Şişli, Istanbul, fire crews discovered a drug cultivation facility inside (!). 

Searching the premises, Şişli Public Security Bureau teams seized 

900 grams of cannabis and 30 cannabis plants, with a market value 

of approximately 500,000 TL (about $11,000). Volkan ("Volcano!")K. 

(33), who was detained in the apartment, was arrested by the court. 

It is believed that the fire originated from the electrical system used 

in the drug cultivation setup.

The incident occurred on Thursday, May 21st, around 5:50 PM in the 

Mahmut Şevket Paşa neighborhood. According to reports, residents 

noticed smoke rising from an apartment on the top floor of a building 

and notified the fire department. Fire crews arrived quickly and 

extinguished the flames. During their initial investigation, firefighters 

found equipment believed to be used for cultivating drugs in the 

apartment.

"Volcano" being led to safety (!) in the fiery eruption's aftermath...

It is suggested that the fire may have originated from the electrical 

system used in the drug cultivation setup. Following the fire department's 

report, Şişli Public Security Bureau and Şişli Motorcycle Police Teams 

arrived at the scene and apprehended Volkan K. at the apartment. 

A search of the suspect yielded 4,800 TL, a mobile phone, and two 

car keys.

A search was conducted in the apartment where the fire started and 

in the suspect's vehicles. A precision scale, pump system, syringes, 

fertilizers, liquid nutrients, and numerous other materials used in 

drug cultivation were seized from the apartment. Additionally, 900 

grams of cannabis and 30 cannabis plants, with a market value of 

approximately 500,000 TL, were found in a black garbage bag.

The seized materials were confiscated for examination.

It was learned that Volkan K., who was taken into custody, has 5 

previous criminal records. Following his processing at the police 

station, Volkan K. was referred to the courthouse and arrested by 

the court on charges of "manufacturing and trafficking of narcotic 

or stimulant substances." An investigation into the fire has been 

launched.

"Crash & Release": Again, Laws of Physics Ignored in Truck-Overpass Collision, in Ankara

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(Sözcü Newspaper, 24 May 2026)

Looking at his phone, he missed the "Caution. Low Ceiling!" sign.

A dump truck proceeding with its back-end upright crashed into and

destroyed an overpass on Turgut Özal Boulevard in the Zübeyde

Hanım neighborhood of Ankara's Altındağ district (!).

Two other vehicles were damaged in the incident, but fortunately,

there was no one on the overpass at the time of its demise.

However (!), there was a bird's nest in the overpass that was

destroyed, but citizens came to the rescue of a baby bird that 

fell to the ground. 

"Snatch & Release": Doctor's Hair Torn Out by Another Doctor, Who Gets Off With a Fine, in Izmir

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 23 May 2026) 

               She' s determined to make the best of it...

Two defendants, accused of assaulting, insulting, and threatening a 

doctor working at a state hospital in Gaziemir district of Izmir, were 

sentenced to a fine (!).  The verdict hearing, held at the Izmir 29th 

Criminal Court of First Instance, was attended by the lawyers of both 

parties and defendant Y.A. via the Sound and Video Information System 

(SEGBIS).

In his closing arguments, the prosecutor stated that on the day of the 

incident, Dr. İrem Sarıkaya, who was on duty in the Emergency 

Department of Gaziemir Nevvar Salih İşgören State Hospital, had an 

argument with one of the defendants, S.C., while attending to a patient.

The prosecutor noted that following the argument, defendant Y.A. 

threatened and insulted Dr. Sarıkaya, then grabbed her by the hair and 

threw her to the ground. The prosecutor requested that the defendants 

be punished for the crimes of "insulting a public official," "injuring a 

public official in the performance of their duty," and "threats."

...Dr. Sarıkaya, seizing the moment, takes her chance at stardom.

Defendant Y.A. stated that he was saddened and remorseful (!) about the 

events and left the decision to the court. The defendant's lawyer argued 

that his client was innocent and requested an acquittal.The judge, 

announcing the verdict, sentenced defendant Y.A. to a fine of 50,500 TL 

(about $1,100) for "simple assault" against the doctor, applying 

aggravating circumstances due to the offense being committed 

against a healthcare professional and performing a public duty, and to 

a fine of 53,000 TL for "insult."

The court also converted the 11-month and 7-day prison sentence for 

"threat" to a fine of 33,700 TL (about $735), taking into account the 

defendant's social and economic situation and the remorse shown. (!)

In total, Y.A. was sentenced to a total fine of 137,200 TL (about $3,000)

for the three offenses.

The court sentenced the other defendant, S.C., to a fine of 53,000 TL

for "insult" and to 11 months and 7 days in prison for "threat," but 

decided to suspend the announcement of the verdict and place him under 

probation for 5 years due to his lack of a criminal record.

Y.A., not to be outdone, takes up role as guest speaker.

"Sqeeze & Release": Another Truck Overturns After Failing to Heed Overpass Height, in Bakırköy

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(Kanal6Haber website, 21 May 2026)

            It's all about the immutable laws of physics...

The overturning of a truck that crashed into the Marmaray train overpass 

in Bakırköy Ataköy,  Istanbul, has brought back to the forefront the 

long-standing debate about the "same spot" of accidents in the area. 

Following the underpass accident in 2019, a crane belonging to İSKİ 

(Istanbul Water and Sewerage Administration) also overturned at the 

same overpass on November 7, 2024. With this latest accident, attention 

has once again turned to Strazburg Avenue.

The accident that occurred today took place on the coastal road of Ataköy, 

Strazburg Avenue. According to the information received, the driver of 

the truck with license plate 59 AEP 575 (registered in Tekirdağ province)

failed to notice the height  (!)of the Marmaray overpass and crashed 

into it.

The truck overturned as a result of the impact, and medical, police, and 

fire crews were dispatched to the scene. The driver, who sustained minor 

injuries, was taken to the hospital after receiving first aid.  Traffic 

congestion occurred in the area due to the accident, and work has begun 

to remove the overturned truck.

                                      "Hey! It didn't fit!"

Today's incident has brought to light similar accidents that have occurred 

at the same location in Ataköy.  On March 27, 2019, a truck and a tour 

bus got stuck in the train underpass on Strasbourg Avenue, halting traffic 

in the area for a long time. Images from that time caused a stir on social 

media.

Despite calls for safety measures in the area following the accidents, 

the continuation of similar incidents is noteworthy.  The Marmaray 

overpass on Strasbourg Avenue has been in the news not only because 

of today's accident, but also because of another incident that occurred 

recently.

On November 7, 2024, a crane belonging to İSKİ  crashed into and 

overturned at the same overpass. Traffic was disrupted in the area after 

the accident, and citizens expressed the need for stronger safety 

measures for heavy vehicles.

"Breed & Release": American Children Track Down Rich Turkish Father, in Izmir

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(NTV website, 20 May 2025)

                                        Reluctant dad.

Kasım Pırlant began his business career in Chicago, USA, in 1973 as a 

waiter in an entertainment venue, and later purchased a restaurant in 

the same state.  In 1978, he entered the real estate business, and by the 

time he returned to Türkiye in 1985, he owned nine shopping malls. 

Pırlant also frequently made headlines in the economic world with his 

multi-million dollar investments, which he started in Izmir in 2005.

HOWEVER (!)

While Pırlant's investment journey continued, siblings Henry Kevin 

Jackson and Candice Jackson, who were born and raised in Chicago, 

realized that their mother Carolyn Jackson's words, "Your father 

abandoned us. He has a shipping company in Greece and lives there," 

before her death in 1999, were true, and they set out to find their father.

Kevin and Candice Jackson,went to the Chicago club where their 

mother had worked years ago and spoke with the employees. They 

were told that their father was Kasım Pırlant, who also worked there, 

and that he and their mother, Carolyn, had worked together at the club 

years ago.

Following this, Kevin and Candice Jackson researched Kasım Pırlant 

online, believing him to be their father. They learned he was in Izmir 

and traveled to meet him.and they met with Kasım Pırlant twice in İzmir.

                                       Kids and mom.

The two siblings stated that Pırlant did not legally recognize them as his 

children. Following this, the Jackson siblings took legal action in 2018. 

Pırlant passed away in 2023. DNA samples taken during the legal process 

revealed a 99.9% DNA match between the Jackson siblings and Pırlant.

In a decision issued in 2023 by the 13th Family Court, the judge ruled that 

Candice Jackson and Kevin Henry Jackson should be officially registered 

in the population registry as having Kasım Pırlant as their father.

Following appeals against the Family Court's decision, the case was 

transferred to the 2nd Civil Chamber of the Supreme Court of Appeals. 

The Chamber, after reviewing the case, ruled that the local court's 

decision was in accordance with procedure and law.

The ruling emphasized that the mutual claims and defenses of the parties, 

the documents submitted to the file, the legal rules applicable to the 

dispute, the trial and evidence processes, and the court's reasoning were 

all considered together; it also underlined that the objections raised in 

the appeal petition were not of a nature to warrant overturning the 

decision.

Meanwhile, it was learned that the Jackson siblings' lawsuits regarding 

the annulment of the will and their objection to the sale of the shopping 

mall are ongoing.

And on to Izmir!

"Snap & Release": Maniac With a Gun - Recipe for Disaster, in Tarsus

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 19 May 2026)

          He was a quiet man, kept to himself mostly...

Metin Ö., who killed six people and injured eight others in Mersin, 

began his series of murders after killing his ex-wife. Following the 

consecutive murders, police were put on high alert and a search 

operation was launched with helicopter support. While there were 

fears that the killer would continue the killings, news arrived that 

the operation had ended. The suspect committed suicide when he 

realized he was about to be caught in a house where he was cornered.

The death toll has risen in Mersin following a series of armed attacks by

Metin Ö. (37), who shot and killed his ex-wife Arzu Özden (32) in the 

Darıpınarı neighborhood of Çamlıyayla district. After the incident, 

Metin Ö. fled and later arrived at Sabri Pan's restaurant in the Kadelli 

Dörtler Neighborhood of Tarsus district in a car with the registration 

number 01 B 9171, where he opened fire.

In the attack, business owner Sabri Pan died in the hospital where he 

was taken, while Ahmet Ercan Can, who worked at the business, died 

at the scene. The attacker, who continued to flee in his vehicle, shot 

and killed Yusuf Oktay, a young man grazing animals in Kaburgediği 

Neighborhood, and then Abdullah Koca, a truck driver, at a gas station 

in Yeniköy neighborhood.

"Road Rage & Release": 3 Dead After "Yield Right of Way" Dispute, in Antalya

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 18 May 2026)

Strangers in the night exchanged unyielding glances...

At around 01.30 last night in Serik district of Antalya, an argument 

broke  out between 4 people in a car and Ahmet Bayar (25), a forest 

ranger who was passing by, over the issue of "yield right of way". 

The argument  that erupted between Emre Savran (35), Bilgin Korkut

(34), Oğuz Avcı (49), Ali Tunç, and  forest ranger Ahmet Bayar (25), 

escalated into a fight. During this time, Ahmet Bayar pulled out a gun 

and fired several shots. Hearing the gunshots, people called the police 

and medical teams to the scene.

Medical teams determined that Bilgin Korkut and Oğuz Avcı had died. 

Emre Savran, who was injured, was taken to the hospital by his friend 

Ali Tunç. Despite medical intervention, Savran also died at the hospital. 

Ahmet Bayar later went to the Serik District Police Department with his 

gun and surrendered to the police.

"Beat & Release": Woman Strangled With Her Dog's Leash in Istanbul, Body Dismembered and Parts Buried in Kırşehir

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(Hürriyet Newspaper, 17 May 2026)

                                     Ouch.

The dismembered body of Farkhondeh Ghaem Maghami, an Iranian 

national who had been reported missing in Istanbul, was found in 

Kırşehir. It was determined that Maghami was strangled to death 

with the leash of her own dog by Erkan B., with whom she had argued, 

and that her body was dismembered in a vehicle and buried in a field 

in Mucur, Kırşehir. (!)

On May 12th, Darıush Tahbaz went to the Maltepe Küçükyalı Police 

Station in Istanbul and reported his cousin, Farkhondeh Ghaem 

Maghami (68), an Iranian national, missing, stating that he had not 

heard from her since April 11th. Teams from the Missing Persons 

Bureau of the Public Security Branch Directorate began working on 

the missing person report. 

Police teams examined Maghami's apartment in Maltepe Küçükyalı, 

where she had lived for 20 years. The teams determined that Maghami 

led a quiet life and regularly paid her rent, bills, and dues. Upon 

discovering that the food had been left unattended and spoiled, 

police expanded their investigation.

Double ouch...

Teams noticed that voice messages were frequently sent from 

Farkhondeh Ghaem Maghami's phone number to the apartment's 

WhatsApp group, but on April 18th, a message saying "I'm on vacation" 

was posted. Finding the message suspicious, police discovered that 

the last person Maghami had spoken to was Erkan B. Police 

determined that this individual, who lives in Esenyurt, had a 

relationship with Maghami. 

After examining HTS records, they found that Erkan B. picked 

Maghami up from her home on April 14th and they had dinner 

together at a restaurant in Büyükçekmece. Erkan B., who was taken 

into custody, initially denied the accusations but later confessed to 

the murder and showed police the crime scene.

In his statement to the police, Erkan B. reportedly said that after an 

argument in the car during their last conversation, he strangled 

Maghami to death with the leash of her dog. The suspect reportedly 

confessed to placing the body in the back seat of the car, then 

dismembering it inside the vehicle and putting the pieces in bags, 

after which they remained together in the car for two days. (!)

It was stated that the suspect, Erkan B., is married and has been 

released on probation for previous crimes. Expanding the 

investigation, police teams also detained Mesut A. and Sedef G., 

who were determined to be connected to the incident. The three 

suspects were referred to the courthouse after the completion of 

their procedures at the police station.

On April 22nd, in a field in the Mucur district of Kırşehir, human 

remains were discovered after stray dogs reacted to the soil.

Following the excavation of the dismembered human remains, 

investigations revealed that the body belonged to Farkhondeh 

Ghaem Maghami. It was learned that Maghami's remains were taken 

to the Ankara Forensic Medicine Institute and will be handed over 

to her family tomorrow after the necessary procedures are completed.