03.06.2025 15:04
A 30-year-old individual, who is reported to have psychological issues, has taken his mother, father, and sister hostage with a knife in Batman. Teams dispatched to the scene are continuing their efforts to persuade the individual.
In the Yaylatepe neighborhood of the Sason district of Batman, tense moments are unfolding. M.Ö.G. (30), who is alleged to have psychological issues, has taken his mother, father, and sister hostage with a sickle in the house they are staying in.
NEGOTIATION EFFORTS CONTINUE
Upon receiving the notification, health, gendarmerie, fire brigade, and police teams were dispatched to the scene. The teams' efforts to negotiate with the individual are ongoing.
WHAT IS A SICKLE?
A sickle is a farming tool typically used in rural areas, characterized by a short handle and a curved, sharp blade. It is used for cutting or clearing grass, bushes, and thin branches. It has a structure that is between a scythe and a knife. It is also preferred for small-scale pruning tasks.