Kayseri’s molestation incident involving Syrian national leads to 67 arrests
67 people detained after unrest sparked by allegations of child molestation involving a Syrian national, says Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, Kayseri Türkiye, June 30, 2024. (IHA Photo)
Allegations surfaced that a Syrian national molested a Syrian girl, reported to be his relative, in Kayseri’s Melikgazi district on Sunday night.
Subsequently, there were incidents of vandalism targeting properties owned by Syrians, including homes, businesses and vehicles.
67 detained in Kayseri
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya addressed the incident, confirming that 67 individuals involved in the unrest have been detained.
He emphasized Türkiye’s stance against xenophobia, stating: “Last night in the Baglari neighborhood of Melikgazi, Kayseri, a Syrian national named I.A. was apprehended by citizens after allegedly molesting a Syrian girl, who is his relative. He was subsequently handed over to security forces, and an immediate investigation was launched.”
Türkiye committed to rule of justice
Yerlikaya mentioned the crowd dispersed after midnight, adding:
Türkiye is a state of law. Our security forces continue their fight against all crimes and criminals today as they did yesterday. The almighty Turkish justice ensures that the criminals are given the punishment they deserve.
Interior Minister Yerlikaya
