It has been reported that a university staff member was taken hostage by an armed individual at Gümüşhane University. The incident occurred in a unit located within the campus.
CAMPUS ACCESS CONTROLLED
Following the hostage incident, access to the university campus was brought under control by security forces. A security perimeter was established by police teams around the campus.
SPECIAL OPERATIONS TEAMS DISPATCHED
Upon these developments, special operations police were directed to the area. It was reported that the teams increased security measures in the area where the staff member was being held hostage.
STATEMENT FROM THE UNIVERSITY: SITUATION UNDER CONTROL
After the evacuation of students and staff, security forces entered the building and attempted to persuade H.T. to abandon his actions and surrender.
In a statement released by the university, it was reported that the situation, in which there were no casualties or injuries, has been brought under control.
The statement noted that entry and exit to the university are being managed in a controlled manner due to security measures.
News Source: 12punto
