Horrific incident in Yalova: Killed his 8-month pregnant wife and shot himself

Horrific incident in Yalova: Killed his 8-month pregnant wife and shot himself

20.08.2026 23:00

In Yalova, eight-month pregnant Sultan Pelit D. died at the hospital after being seriously injured in an attack with a pump-action shotgun by her husband Muhammed D. It was learned that Muhammed D., who shot himself with the same weapon after shooting his wife, is still undergoing treatment for serious injuries.

Sultan Pelit D., 8 months pregnant, was killed by her husband Muhammed D. with a pump-action shotgun in Yalova. Muhammed D., who shot himself with the same weapon after shooting his wife, was seriously injured.

ARGUMENT ENDED IN BLOOD

The incident occurred in Bağlarbaşı Neighborhood. According to the information obtained, an argument broke out between Muhammed D. and his 8-month pregnant wife Sultan Pelit D. for a reason not yet determined.

When the argument escalated, Muhammed D. shot his wife with a pump-action shotgun. While Sultan Pelit D., seriously injured, collapsed in a pool of blood, Muhammed D. also shot himself with the same weapon.

NEIGHBORS HEARD GUNSHOTS

Upon the neighbors' report of hearing gunshots, police and medical teams were dispatched to the scene. The couple, found wounded in the house, were taken to hospitals in Yalova after initial medical intervention.

PREGNANT WOMAN COULD NOT BE SAVED

Sultan Pelit D., 8 months pregnant, who was taken into surgery at the hospital, lost her life despite all the doctors' interventions.

It was learned that the health condition of Muhammed D., who shot himself after shooting his wife, is critical.

The investigation initiated by police teams regarding the incident continues.

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