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Suspected Daesh terrorist plotting attack captured in Bitlis, Türkiye

Suspected Daesh terrorist plotting attack captured in Bitlis, Türkiye Police forces and the weapons belonging to the Daesh terrorist who was planning an attack captured in Bitlis, Türkiye. (Türkiye daily Photo)
By Newsroom
Nov 20, 2024 10:09 AM

Authorities in Bitlis have apprehended a suspected member of the terrorist group Daesh who was reportedly preparing for an attack.

Footages from the police officer’s operation against Daesh terrorist who was planning an attack. (AA Video)

Details of operation against Daesh

The operation, conducted on Nov. 15, was coordinated by the Bitlis Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office and carried out by the Intelligence and Counter-Terrorism units of the Provincial Police Department.

The Bitlis Provincial Police, acting on intelligence to thwart potential activities of Daesh, detained the suspect during an operation aimed at preventing planned attacks.

Suspected Daesh terrorist plotting attack captured in Bitlis, Türkiye
Authorities seize a handgun and rifle during the operation against the Daesh terrorist organization.

No additional details about the suspect or the planned attack have been disclosed.

Following interrogation at the Provincial Police Department, the suspect was referred to the judicial authorities. After a hearing, the court formally detained the individual.

Last Updated:  Nov 20, 2024 10:51 AM