18.07.2026 17:20
In Kahramanmaraş, 49-year-old convict Ahmet Eker was killed during a transfer at Türkoğlu Open Penal Execution Institution when he was subjected to an armed attack by his enemy while getting off the vehicle. The suspect or suspects who carried out the attack are being sought.
Ahmet Eker (49), detained in Kahramanmaraş, lost his life in an armed attack while getting off a prison vehicle during transfer.
SHOT WHILE GETTING OFF PRISON VEHICLE
The incident occurred yesterday evening in front of the Türkoğlu Open Prison Execution Institution. According to claims, 48-year-old Ahmet Eker was attacked by an armed person, reported to be his adversary, while getting off the transfer vehicle. As a result of the gunfire, Eker was seriously injured. Another inmate being transferred was slightly injured.
LOST HIS LIFE
Upon notification, health and police teams were dispatched to the scene. After initial intervention by health teams at the scene, Ahmet Eker was taken to the hospital by ambulance but could not be saved despite all efforts by doctors and lost his life. It was learned that the other slightly injured inmate is continuing treatment.
Security forces are continuing efforts to apprehend the suspect or suspects who carried out the armed attack. Meanwhile, a multi-faceted investigation has been launched into the incident.