Attack on AK Party Provincial Presidency in Iğdır: 2 People in Custody
In a shocking turn of events, the AK Party Iğdır Provincial Presidency was targeted in a molotov cocktail attack, leaving the community in turmoil. The incident, which unfolded around 7:00 PM in Bağlar Mahallesi, resulted in the arrest of two suspects, while one remains at large. Security camera footage captured three individuals observing the building before hurling molotov cocktails and fleeing the scene, igniting a fire at the entrance that was swiftly extinguished by nearby citizens.
Police Response and Investigation
Following the assault, a substantial police presence was dispatched to the area, implementing extensive security measures to secure the vicinity. Law enforcement authorities promptly launched an investigation into the matter, leading to the apprehension of two suspects inside a stopped vehicle. Efforts are currently underway to locate the third fugitive individual involved in the attack.
Statement from AK Party Iğdır Provincial President
Expressing unwavering determination in the face of adversity, AK Party Iğdır Provincial President Ali Kemal Ayaz condemned the assault as an attempt to instill fear and intimidation among the populace. “The diminishing organization resorts to such attacks to intimidate people,” Ayaz remarked, emphasizing the party’s steadfast commitment to serving the nation in accordance with the directives of the President. Despite facing a similar assault in the past, Ayaz reiterated the party’s resilience, stating, “We will continue on our path without faltering, tireless and unafraid.”
In the aftermath of the attack, Ali Kemal Ayaz issued a resolute statement, denouncing the cowardly molotov cocktail assault on the AK Party Provincial Presidency. Describing the incident as an affront to democracy and the will of the people, Ayaz expressed gratitude that no harm was inflicted and urged for the perpetrators to be brought to justice, underscoring the party’s unwavering commitment to its mission despite such adversities.