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Ankara’s United Metal-Workers Union head kills secretary, attempts suicide

Ankara's United Metal-Workers Union head kills secretary, attempts suicide
By Newsroom
Feb 17, 2025 4:45 PM

A tragic event occurred at the United Metal-Workers Union in Ankara where branch president Deniz Ilgan fatally shot his secretary Erdinc Koc before attempting to take his own life. Ilgan is seriously injured but remains alive.

Following the incident, police and emergency response teams were deployed to the scene, and a comprehensive investigation was initiated.

Details of incident

The incident took place inside the union office, where the branch president, for reasons yet to be determined, shot and killed his secretary.

Subsequently, he attempted to take his own life using the same weapon. Police teams have arrived at the location and launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the event.

Authorities are continuing to examine the details of the case and have not yet released further information.

Last Updated:  Feb 17, 2025 4:48 PM