Arrested Iranian Woman Linked to 16-Year-Old Perpetrator of Police Station Assault in Izmir

In a shocking turn of events, Turkish authorities have detained a 32-year-old Iranian woman in Istanbul in connection with Monday's deadly assault on a police station in Izmir. The attack, one of the deadliest assaults on Turkish law enforcement in recent memory, left two officers dead and another critically injured.

The 16-year-old gunman, identified as E.B., opened fire with a pump-action shotgun at the Salih Isgoren Police Station in Izmir's Balcova district. First Class Police Chief Muhsin Aydemir and Police Officer Hasan Akin were killed in the attack, while Police Officer Omer Amilag remains in critical condition. Police Officer Murat Dagli sustained minor injuries.

The arrest occurred in Istanbul's Esenyurt district following an investigation that determined the Iranian woman, identified as K.N., had contact with the teenage gunman. No information is given about any outside assistance or connections E.B. may have had.

The comprehensive judicial investigation launched by Turkish authorities is examining all aspects of the case. Two deputy chief prosecutors and six prosecutors have been assigned to the case. However, the motive for Monday's attack remains unclear.

The assault drew national attention to security at police facilities and prompted condemnation from local officials, including Izmir Metropolitan Mayor Cemil Tugay. Both officers were transported to Dokuz Eylul University Research and Application Hospital for treatment.

At this time, no information could be found in the current public sources on the identity of K.N. or the nature of her connection to E.B. The investigation into her role in the attack is ongoing. It is not disclosed whether she had any connection to the teenage suspect or played any role in planning the assault.

Arrested Iranian Woman Linked to 16-Year-Old Perpetrator of Police Station Assault in Izmir