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17 irregular migrants detained in Türkiye’s Kirklareli

Police officers in Edirne Police officers in Edirne carry out an operation to catch irregular migrants, Edirne, Türkiye, Nov. 22, 2024. (AA Photo)
By Newsroom
Feb 15, 2025 10:13 AM

Seventeen irregular migrants who entered Türkiye illegally were detained by security forces in Kirklareli.

The Provincial Gendarmerie Command and Provincial Police Department continue their inspections and controls as part of the ongoing efforts to combat irregular migration.

During operations conducted near the city center and the Derekoy Border Gate, which provides access to Bulgaria, 17 foreign nationals were apprehended.

After their processing, the detained migrants were transferred to the Pehlivankoy Removal Center.

Last Updated:  Feb 15, 2025 3:46 PM