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Celebratory Gunfire Claims Life at Turkish Wedding

8/28/2025

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Ali K, 23, died from injuries caused by celebratory gunfire after his wedding in northern Turkey.
A female relative of his wife is suspected to be involved in the shooting.
Security forces detained the woman and found two unlicensed pistols in her garden.
An investigation is ongoing in Sebinkarahisar, Giresun province.
Celebratory gunfire at weddings is common in the region, with recent incidents causing fatalities and injuries.

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Story summary

Ali K, 23, died from injuries caused by celebratory gunfire after his wedding in northern Turkey.
A female relative of his wife is suspected to be involved in the shooting.
Security forces detained the woman and found two unlicensed pistols in her garden.
An investigation is ongoing in Sebinkarahisar, Giresun province.
Celebratory gunfire at weddings is common in the region, with recent incidents causing fatalities and injuries.