24.04.2026 01:52
A knife fight broke out between parents during April 23 celebrations at a school in İzmir Çiğli. The scuffle, which took place in front of children celebrating the holiday, caused great panic. Footage from the moment of the incident shows citizens protesting the lack of security, while it was alleged that the parties attacked each other with sharp tools. Police launched an investigation into the incident that turned the schoolyard into a battlefield.
The celebrations of April 23 National Sovereignty and Children's Day held at a school in Izmir's Cigli district were overshadowed by a violent fight among parents. The schoolyard, where children gathered to experience the joy of the holiday, suddenly turned into a battlefield.
ALLEGATION OF KNIFE USE
According to witness statements and footage captured on cell phone cameras, an argument broke out among parents during the event for an unknown reason. As the argument quickly escalated, the parties allegedly attacked each other with knives. In the footage, a woman is heard reacting, saying, 'A fight broke out, damn those who did this! There is not a single security guard or police officer at schools.'
CHAOS ERUPTED IN THE SCHOOLYARD
Students and other parents caught in the middle of the fight ran around the schoolyard to escape the attackers. These moments, occurring in front of the children, caused great fear.
SECURITY DEBATE INTENSIFIES
After the incident, police teams were dispatched to the area, and an investigation was launched to identify those involved in the fight. Parents called on authorities, stating that security measures are insufficient, especially at crowded events.