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Attackers Storm Istanbul Police HQ: One Killed, Two Wounded

© AFP 2023 / OZAN KOSE Turkish special force police officers take position on April 1, 2015 near Istanbul Police headquaters in Istanbul
Turkish special force police officers take position on April 1, 2015 near Istanbul Police headquaters in Istanbul - Sputnik International
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At least two attackers were shot trying to raid the Istanbul police headquarters, local media report.

Gunfire was heard in front the police headquarters in Istanbul on Wednesday when two armed people — a man and a woman — tried to attack the office. The Turkish security forces opened fire in response. At least one person is confirmed dead.

One assailant, who is believed to be the suicide bomber, was killed on the spot. Other assailant was wounded, tried to flee the scene, but was detained by the police.

Roads around Istanbul Security Directorate are closed.

One policeman was wounded in the incident, he was taken to the hospital.

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