Daltonlar Gang Suspected in Murder of Engin Polat's Cousin in Turkey

A fatal armed attack in Alaçatı, Turkey, has claimed the life of Can Polat, identified as a bodyguard and cousin to businessman Engin Polat. The incident occurred as Polat was reportedly loading belongings into a vehicle outside a hotel.

Witnesses from the hotel suggested the attack was specifically targeted at Polat, not the establishment itself. Security footage reportedly shows the assailant waiting since the morning and experiencing a weapon malfunction during the initial attempt before firing again. There are claims that the Polat family's location was identified through social media posts, potentially aiding the attackers in planning the assault.

Following the murder, social media accounts linked to the crime group known as "Daltonlar" posted content that suggested they were claiming responsibility. These posts included images of the alleged group leader, Beratcan Gökdemir, also known as "Can Dalton," and used Dilan Polat's song "Enerji."

The arrested suspect, Serhat Altun, reportedly confessed to contacting the "Daltonlar" through Instagram due to financial need. He stated he was initially instructed to target Engin Polat but switched to Can Polat after being told, "Don't come back empty-handed, shoot one of their relatives." Engin Polat confirmed to authorities that the "Daltonlar" have been threatening him for approximately two years, noting that their location was often shared via social media during their vacation.