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Manhunt in western Turkey after eight killed in a series of shootings

5 Nov 2026, 18:48 UTC · ≈ Western Turkey · single source so far

Eight people were killed and one seriously injured in a series of shootings in western Turkey, and a manhunt is under way for the attacker or attackers.

Location: ≈ Western Turkey · Turkey live map
Coordinates: ≈ 39.00°N 29.00°E
Reported: 5 Nov 2026, 18:48 UTC
Category: Unrest & politics · Unrest
Impact: 3 of 5 · Serious
Situation: Turkey security

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Manhunt under way in western Turkey after eight killed in shootings

Eight people were killed and one was seriously injured in a series of shootings in western Turkey, according to the latest report on Thursday. A manhunt is under way for the attacker or attackers. No further details were supplied.

Eight people were killed and one seriously injured in a series of shootings.
The attacks took place in western Turkey.
A manhunt is under way for the attacker or attackers.

Updated 5 Nov 2026, 19:09 UTC · Written by Claude from the reports on this page and on the map. Check the linked sources for full details.