- A 37-year-old man suspected of carrying out a string of deadly shootings in Tarsus, Mersin province, southern Turkey, has died by suicide.
- The suspect allegedly killed his wife and five other people, and wounded eight others, during the rampage on Monday.
- He then allegedly fired from his car at a restaurant, killing its owner and an employee, before also killing a teenager, a 50-year-old man, and another victim in a separate Tarsus neighbourhood.
- Police had launched a major search operation using helicopters and drones before locating the man, who reportedly took his own life inside a house where he was hiding.
- The Mersin governor’s office said the man had a history of substance abuse and psychiatric problems, with these incidents occurring amidst broader concerns over gun violence and school safety in Turkey.
If you are experiencing feelings of distress, or are struggling to cope, you can speak to the Samaritans, in confidence, on 116 123 (UK and ROI), email jo@samaritans.org, or visit the Samaritans website to find details of your nearest branch.
If you are based in the USA, and you or someone you know needs mental health assistance right now, call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org to access online chat from the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. This is a free, confidential crisis hotline that is available to everyone 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you are in another country, you can go to www.befrienders.org to find a helpline near you.
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