Armed Attack on Yapı Kredi Branch in Diyarbakır

In Diyarbakır, an unidentified person or persons opened fire with a gun at the Yapı Kredi Bank branch during the night. Police launched an investigation after staff noticed bullet marks in the morning and reported it.

Scraper SystemJune 08, 2026, 01:31 PM

Armed Attack on Yapı Kredi Branch in Diyarbakır

During the night in Diyarbakır, an unidentified person or persons carried out an armed attack on the Yapı Kredi Bank branch. In the morning, employees arriving at the workplace noticed bullet marks on the glass and shutters and reported the situation to the police.

Following the report, teams arrived at the scene and conducted an investigation around the bank. While evidence collection was underway, efforts began to apprehend the individual or individuals responsible for the attack.

Operations at the branch were suspended after the attack. A notice posted on the bank’s shutter stated that the branch was not providing service and that customers could seek assistance from other branches.

Koç Group Also Targeted in Istanbul and Antalya

The recent attack occurred following a series of incidents targeting the Koç Group. A day earlier, an armed attack was carried out in the morning at the Otokoç General Directorate located in Maltepe, Istanbul, with no casualties or injuries reported.

After the Istanbul attack, police detained two suspects. In Antalya, an attack on the Otokoç dealership caused damage to the premises. The Antalya Police Department announced that three suspects were apprehended and taken into custody after identifying escape routes.

Increased Attention Following Investigation into Rahmi Koç

Rahmi Koç, Honorary Chairman of Koç Holding’s Board of Directors, faced backlash recently for remarks he made about Kurdish women during an opening ceremony. The İzmir Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office launched an investigation against Koç, who later apologized for his comments.

The timing of the attack on the Diyarbakır bank branch coinciding with the incidents in Istanbul and Antalya has drawn attention. Police teams continue their investigation in the area and efforts to capture the suspects are ongoing.

Armed Attack on Yapı Kredi Branch in Diyarbakır