Police hunt gunman in rifle attacks that kill 6 people in southern Turkey
A gunman in southern Turkey has carried out multiple rifle attacks, resulting in the deaths of at least six people and injuries to eight others. The assailant, identified as Metin O, is currently at large, prompting a police search involving helicopters and drones. This incident adds to growing concerns over gun violence in Turkey, following recent school shootings that have also resulted in fatalities.
- ▪A man armed with a rifle has killed at least six people in Tarsus, southern Turkey.
- ▪The suspect, Metin O, is believed to have shot his wife before attacking a restaurant and other locations.
- ▪Police are actively searching for the gunman, who remains at large.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 15:17:04 -0400 |
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onPolice hunt gunman in rifle attacks that kill 6 people in southern TurkeyTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says that a man armed with a rifle has carried out a string of attacks in southern Turkey, killing at least six people and wounding eight othersByThe Associated PressMay 18, 2026, 3:04 PM1:48ANKARA, Turkey -- A man armed with a rifle carried out a string of attacks in a city in southern Turkey on Monday, killing at least six people and wounding eight others, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said.Police backed by helicopters and drones were searching for the assailant who remained at…
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