09.10.2025 20:30
In the Pursaklar district of Ankara, a suspect who took his ex-wife hostage with a gun was persuaded by the police and taken into custody. The incident was recorded by bystanders.
The suspect, who allegedly held his ex-wife hostage at gunpoint in an empty lot in Ankara, was persuaded by the police and taken into custody. Those moments were captured on camera.
HE HELD HIS EX-WIFE HOSTAGE WITH A GUN
The incident occurred in Pursaklar. The person, whose identity has not been disclosed, held his ex-wife hostage at gunpoint in an empty lot. Upon receiving reports from the surrounding people, police and medical teams were dispatched to the scene. The suspect, who had a gun in one hand and was holding the woman by her arm with the other, was attempted to be persuaded by the police. After negotiations by the police, the suspect was convinced to drop the weapon and surrender.
FRIGHTENING MOMENTS CAPTURED ON CAMERA
The moments when the detained suspect held the woman hostage with a gun were recorded by bystanders using a mobile phone camera. The footage included moments when the suspect pointed the gun at the woman. An investigation has been launched regarding the incident.