Turkiye: Authorities confirm gunman apprehended, one person seriously wounded in connection with armed attack at Swedish Consulate in Izmir Aug. 1 /update 1

Event

Authorities in Izmir have confirmed that they have apprehended the gunman that shot and seriously wounded a Turkish employee in the vicinity of the Swedish Consulate in the city Aug. 1. Officials assert that the assailant is a "mentally disabled person." Unconfirmed reports suggest that the armed attack may have been related to the rejection of the perpetrator's visa application. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

Officials will likely maintain a heightened security presence around the consulate building until authorities conclude their investigative work. Road closures and consequent transport disruptions are possible in the affected area over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the incident site until authorities conclude their investigative work and vacate the area. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any related disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.