Statement from the Ministry of National Education about the school attack in Manisa
The Ministry of Education made a statement about the attack that took place near the school in Turgutlu district of Manisa and an inspector was appointed.
Quick Look
The Ministry of National Education announced that a comprehensive investigation was launched into the attack that took place near a high school in Turgutlu, Manisa, and three ministry inspectors were assigned.
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Why It Matters
An armed or physical attack occurred near a high school in Turgutlu district of Manisa.
The Ministry of National Education made a statement about the school attack in Manisa.
The statement noted the following:
"The tragic incident that took place in the morning hours of Tuesday, September 22, 2026, near İnci Üzmez Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Manisa's Turgutlu district, deeply saddened our nation, especially our education community.
From the first moments of the heinous attack, all relevant units of our state, especially the police forces and health officials, were on alert and a comprehensive investigation was launched on the issue.
From the first moment of the incident outside the school, the process is followed closely by our Ministry and all necessary work is carried out in a coordinated manner by our relevant units. In addition to the investigation processes of our Manisa provincial inspectors regarding the incident in question, three Ministry inspectors were assigned to examine all aspects of the incident and were immediately directed to Manisa province.
Our psychosocial support teams have also started rehabilitation activities in the field for our students, teachers and parents who were affected by the heinous incident.
"EDUCATION ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN SUSPENDED"
Educational activities in our mentioned educational institution have been suspended today (September 22, 2026).
Our relevant units are acting in coordination and determination in order to continue the investigation into the incident meticulously.
"We wish a speedy recovery to our injured people who were referred to hospitals and continue their treatment, and we convey our best wishes to their relatives and our educational family."
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Announcement of administrative investigation results following the report of ministry inspectors
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
- What is the reason for the attack?
- What is the health condition of the injured?
- Was the attacker caught?
