Suspects Detained in Fatal Shooting Case in Istanbul

ISTANBUL — Turkish police announced late Tuesday that three suspects linked to the murder of Israeli Arab businessman Abdulkadir Anas have been apprehended in Romania. Anas was shot dead on Sunday evening while sitting in his car in Istanbul’s Kagithane district. The attack also left two other men injured, with one currently in critical condition. The suspects reportedly fled across the Bulgarian border shortly after the shooting, managing to escape within two and a half hours. Turkish authorities are coordinating efforts to extradite the suspects back to Turkey for prosecution. The Istanbul Governor’s Office has indicated that the motive behind the attack appears to be a financial dispute. In a related development, Turkish police arrested four individuals on Monday who are believed to have been involved in planning the attack. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of business figures in the region, particularly those involved in financial dealings that may lead to disputes. The investigation continues as authorities work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the murder and the broader implications for security in Istanbul. The swift action taken by law enforcement in both Turkey and Romania highlights the international cooperation in addressing cross-border crime.