Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Two art galleries attacked in central Istanbul

"Two art galleries attacked in central Istanbul

Two art galleries in Istanbul’s Beyoğlu district were attacked by a group of 30 people carrying sticks and stones during a gala event Tuesday night leaving five people hospitalized.

Victims claimed the group targeted them because they were consuming alcohol in the street during the gala."

More:Two art galleries attacked in central Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review