A shooting occurred Tuesday, April 16th, at a school in Sanliurfa, Turkey, leaving 16 injured and the perpetrator dead by suicide.
Incident Overview
The incident unfolded on Tuesday, April 16th. Witnesses, speaking to Haber Turk, reported the attacker appeared on the school grounds, produced a long-barreled weapon, and began firing at people in the schoolyard.
The attacker then entered the school building and resumed shooting. Police, special forces, and medical services were dispatched to the scene.
Casualties and Evacuation
Sixteen people were injured in the attack. Initial reports indicated the suspect may have taken several hostages, and footage from Turkish media showed students fleeing the school.
The injured include ten students, four teachers, a police officer, and cafeteria staff. Their conditions are currently unknown, and they have been transported to a nearby hospital.
Suspect Identification and Death
The shooter has been identified as a 19-year-old former student of the school. According to a statement from the Turkish Ministry of the Interior, the attacker died by suicide with the same weapon used in the shooting.
A comprehensive investigation has been launched by Turkish security forces, and updates will be provided to the public.
