Ankara, Turkey – In a significant crackdown on the proliferation of armed content on social media, Ankara Provincial Police Department teams have apprehended 26 individuals in a synchronized operation code-named “Album”. The operation, which took place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, was launched with the primary objective of curbing dangerous behaviors gaining traction among young people.
Ankara Public Prosecutor’s Office Initiates Action Against Armed Social Media Posts
The Ankara Public Prosecutor’s Office recently initiated an investigation into the increasing trend of individuals sharing images and videos of themselves with firearms on various social media platforms. Investigations revealed that suspects were challenging each other by posting videos of themselves firing weapons, contributing to a culture of dangerous and illegal online activity.
“Album” Operation Leads to 26 Arrests
Teams from the Provincial Police Department’s Public Order Branch meticulously identified individuals sharing hazardous content on social media. The subsequent
