One Seriously Injured in Armed Attack in Tunceli; Two Suspects Detained

A shooting incident in the Nazımiye district of Tunceli has left one person in critical condition. The victim, identified by the initials Z.A., sustained serious injuries after being shot multiple times. Due to the severity of his condition, Z.A. was airlifted by military helicopter to Elazığ for urgent medical treatment.

The attack occurred in the evening hours near Z.A.'s place of business. According to initial reports, one of the assailants approached Z.A. and opened fire with a handgun before fleeing the scene in a vehicle along with an accomplice.

Following the incident, local health and police teams were dispatched to the location. After receiving initial medical attention at Tunceli State Hospital, Z.A.'s life was deemed to be in danger, necessitating his transfer to Elazığ.

Law enforcement agencies, including the gendarmerie and police, swiftly launched an investigation. Their efforts led to the identification and apprehension of two suspects near the village of Kıl, where they were taken into custody. Reports indicate that Z.A. had previously been arrested in May for alleged unauthorized excavation at Düzgün Baba Ziyaretgah, a site considered sacred by locals, but was later released on bail. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.