Turkish citizen wanted by Interpol arrested in Batumi

Georgian police have arrested a Turkish national who was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice and wanted by authorities in Turkey.

The individual was being sought internationally at the request of Turkish law enforcement agencies in connection with multiple offences.

Officers from the Adjara Main Division of the Central Criminal Police Department detained the suspect in the city of Batumi following investigative measures.

The ministry did not disclose the identity of the detainee or provide details about the alleged crimes.

Authorities said extradition procedures are now under way in accordance with Georgian law.