Armed confrontation takes place between Georgian and Russian citizens in Istanbul

11:05, 18.06.2019

According to Turkish media, an armed confrontation took place between Georgian and Russian citizens in Fatih, central district of Istanbul. The Turkish Police are searching 2 Georgian citizens in connection with the conflict.

According to CNN TURK, the conflict claimed the life of a Georgian citizen, T.P. aged 56. According to other Turkish media sources, two people – Georgian and Russian nationals – were killed.

The wounded have been taken to hospital. The cause of confrontation is not known. Law enforcers confiscated guns, bullets and a knife from the crime site.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia is verifying information at this stage.

Justice/Crime

armed confrontation

Istanbul