Overview

• Police in Essen said they received official confirmation last week from Turkish authorities that the 39-year-old is in custody.
• The reason for his detention in Turkey has not been disclosed, with German police noting only Turkish officials can provide that information.
• A confidential Interior Ministry report confirms he flew from Brussels to Istanbul on June 18 at 7:15 a.m.
• An international arrest warrant was requested on June 20 and issued on June 22, and a Europe-wide search began on June 24, after his departure.
• Investigators say he cleared a roll gate and prison wall during transfer, with indications he practices parkour that could explain the escape.