Turkey school shooting: Five wounded, Attacker flees

At least five people have been injured after a gunman opened fire outside a school in Turkey, according to reports, prompting security forces to launch an operation to apprehend the suspected attacker.

The shooting occurred outside a school in Manisa, where students were reportedly gathered before the start of the school day. Recent reports indicate that the number of injured people may have increased, with some accounts putting the figure at eight.

The incident occurred outside İnci Üzmez Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School in Manisa on Tuesday morning.

Reports said the attacker fired towards a group of students before fleeing the area. Emergency responders, including police and medical personnel, were dispatched to the scene shortly after the shooting was reported.

The injured victims were given initial medical treatment before being taken to nearby hospitals.

Suspect apprehended

Security forces subsequently apprehended a suspect believed to have carried out the shooting.

The Manisa Governor’s Office confirmed that the suspected gunman had been taken into custody and that investigations were underway.

Authorities are conducting both judicial and administrative investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting and the motive behind the attack.

Initial reports put the number of injured at five, while later reports said at least eight students were injured, with one reportedly in critical condition.

The discrepancy in the figures reflects developments in the immediate aftermath of the incident as authorities continue to assess the situation.

Security concerns around schools

The shooting has renewed attention on security around schools in Turkey, particularly following other school-related shootings reported in the country earlier this year.

Authorities are expected to establish how the suspect obtained the weapon, why the school area was targeted and whether there were any prior warnings or threats.

For students and families, the incident highlights the immediate safety concerns that can arise around school premises, particularly during arrival and dismissal periods.