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Minister Yerlikaya: 1 police officer martyred

A police officer was martyred in an accident that occurred during shooting training in Mersin. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya released a message of condolence regarding the incident.

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Published: 06.09.2025 00:58 Updated: 06.09.2025 01:00
Minister Yerlikaya: 1 police officer martyred

Police Officer Mustafa Karapınar, who served at the Mersin Special Operations Branch Directorate, lost his life as a result of an unfortunate accident that occurred during shooting training.

Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya stated in a post on social media that Karapınar was injured when a heavy machine gun accidentally discharged while he was attempting to clear a malfunction, and that he could not be saved despite medical interventions at the hospital.

Minister Yerlikaya conveyed his condolences, stating, "May our nation be strong. I wish for God's mercy upon our martyr, and I extend my condolences to his family, our Police Department, and our nation. May the martyr's place be high in heaven."


News Source: 12punto

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