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Weapon depot found in buried tank in Tuzla
S.A., identified as engaging in illegal arms trade in Tuzla, was detained. Unlicensed weapons were seized in a container, a vehicle, and a buried tank.
In an operation targeting illegal arms trade in Tuzla district of Istanbul, 28-year-old S. A. was detained. Police teams determined that the weapons were hidden in a container, a vehicle, and inside a compressor tank buried underground.
Highlights
- The detection was made in Anadolu Neighborhood of Tuzla District.
- The suspect, a 28-year-old named S. A., was caught.
- 20 unlicensed pistols prepared for sale were seized during searches.
- 30 weapon grips, 15 barrels, and various weapon parts were found.
The operation was conducted by the Organized Crime Branch of Istanbul Police Department. Following the detection of illegal arms trade, the teams went to the address.
Searches revealed that the weapons were hidden in different locations. Some were inside a container, some in a vehicle, and some in a compressor tank buried underground.
The seized pistols were reported to be ready for sale. The weapon grips, barrels, and various parts accompanying the pistols were also recorded as evidence.
S. A. was caught at the scene and detained. The investigation regarding the suspect's connection to illegal arms trade continues.
The variety of hiding places for the weapons indicated a concealment system much more comprehensive than an ordinary finding. It is expected that the connections between the seized parts will be examined in the next stages of the investigation.
Context: Cases of arms smuggling and possession of unlicensed weapons are among the priority follow-ups of security units due to secret storage methods within the city..
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