Six detained in connection with factory explosion in Izmir

Six suspects have been detained in connection with an explosion at an iron and steel factory in the Aliaga district of Turkey's Izmir province that resulted in 16 deaths.

Operativ Media reports, citing TRT Haber.

The incident occurred in the steel casting workshop of the Habaş Demir Çelik company.

The Menemen Chief Public Prosecutor's Office announced that an investigation into the incident has been launched and four prosecutors have been assigned.

Six individuals determined to be responsible following examinations and investigations conducted at the scene were detained. The investigation is ongoing.