18 suspects detained in Istanbul anti-organized crime operation

Eighteen suspects have been detained in an operation targeting an organized crime group in Türkiye's Istanbul, Report informs via TRT Haber.

The operation was reportedly carried out by the Istanbul Police Department.

Police said they identified the suspects and their addresses as part of an investigation into alleged involvement in robbery, attempted murder, intentional bodily harm, armed threats, and offenses endangering public safety.

All 18 suspects were taken into custody during the operation and transferred to the Istanbul Police Department for further procedural steps as the investigation continues.