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News1825-01-2026, 18:36

Headless, Limbless Body In Istanbul Trash Can Sparks Outrage, Protests; 3 Held

  • A woman's headless and limbless body was discovered in a trash bin in Istanbul's Sisli district, wrapped in a sheet.
  • The victim was identified as a 37-year-old woman from Uzbekistan; her head and legs were missing from the scene.
  • Police detained two Uzbek nationals at Istanbul Airport and a third suspect locally in connection with the gruesome discovery.
  • The incident has ignited widespread anger and protests from women's rights groups in Istanbul and Ankara.
  • Organizations like Feminists Against Femicide are demanding action against male violence and femicide.

Why It Matters: Discovery of a mutilated body in Istanbul sparks protests against male violence; three suspects arrested.

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