ISTANBUL (AA) – Seven suspects have been remanded in custody in connection with the murder of jeweler Ünsal Bahçeci, who was killed in a drive-by shooting in Bakırköy. The incident, which took place on December 17, saw 35-year-old Ünsal Bahçeci, a jeweler from Kapalıçarşı (Grand Bazaar), fatally shot while driving his car by individuals on motorcycles.
Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests
Following the deadly attack, a comprehensive investigation was launched by the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office. Teams from the Homicide Bureau of the Public Order Branch Directorate apprehended a total of 12 suspects across four different provinces: Istanbul, Tekirdağ, Sinop, and Bursa. Among those detained were one woman and one minor.
Court Proceedings and Remands
After their processing at the police department, the 12 suspects were transferred to the Bakırköy Courthouse. Ten of the suspects were referred to the Bakırköy Penal Judgeship of Peace with a request for arrest, while two were referred with a request for judicial control measures. The judgeship subsequently ordered the arrest of seven suspects, including the minor, and imposed judicial control measures on the remaining five.
Evidence Seized During Searches
As part of the ongoing investigation, searches conducted at the suspects’ addresses led to the seizure of significant evidence. Authorities reportedly confiscated three firearms believed to have been used in the crime, along with one bulletproof vest. These items are expected to play a crucial role in the prosecution’s case.
Details of the Incident
The fatal attack occurred on December 17 on Eski Havaalanı Street in the Yeşilköy neighborhood of Bakırköy. Ünsal Bahçeci was driving his car when he became the target of a armed assault by individuals riding motorcycles. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
The rapid response and extensive investigation by law enforcement agencies underscore the seriousness with which such crimes are being treated. The case remains under active investigation by the Bakırköy Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office, with further details expected to emerge as the legal process unfolds.
The community in Bakırköy and the wider Istanbul area have been deeply affected by this violent incident, highlighting concerns about public safety and the prevalence of such crimes. Authorities have assured the public that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure justice is served.
Source: https://www.milliyet.com.tr/yerel-haberler/istanbul/bakirkoyde-bir-kuyumcunun-aracinda-oldurulmesi-7507579
