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Illegal excavators detained in Catalkoy

20.04.2026 / 17:59
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In Catalkoy, police detained two men engaged in illegal excavations.

The incident occurred in the morning around 09:30 in an area north of the Doğa Evleri residential complex. According to police, a 44-year-old and a 43-year-old man were conducting excavations without a permit to search for antiquities.

Tools and equipment used in the excavations were discovered and seized at the scene.

An investigation into the case is ongoing.

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