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Six Dead in Turkey Perfume Warehouse Fire as Arrests Follow

Officials say the cause remains under investigation after the Dilovasi blaze.

Overview

  • The fire broke out around 9:00 a.m. in Dilovasi, Kocaeli, after reported explosions at a perfume depot.
  • Authorities confirmed six fatalities, with the Kocaeli mayor saying two victims were girls aged 16 and 17.
  • Five people were injured, including one in critical condition being treated for severe burns.
  • Justice officials detained the warehouse owner and two senior staff members as part of the investigation.
  • Seven labour and social security civil servants were suspended, and firefighters brought the blaze under control within about an hour.