INTERPOL-wanted murder suspect arrested in Antalya

Quick summary

Murder suspect Tunahan Çetkin (29), wanted by INTERPOL and EUROPOL, was apprehended and detained in the Alanya district of Antalya. The suspect, who has an international search record, was handed over to judicial authorities for questioning.

Why it matters

The operation, carried out through international cooperation, demonstrates the coordination of Turkey's security forces with EU countries and underscores the effectiveness of security measures in tourist-dense regions within the country. Such operations highlight the importance of strategic cooperation in combating drug trafficking and organized crime operating within the nation.

Key takeaways

• ›Tunahan Çetkin, 29, was arrested in Alanya, Antalya, after being flagged on an INTERPOL and EUROPOL wanted notice for murder.
• ›An INTERPOL diffusion notice — distinct from a formal Red Notice — is an alert circulated to member states to help locate persons of interest.
• ›Çetkin has been transferred to judicial authorities; security forces credited international cooperation for the successful operation.