Two separate bomb attacks near Vodafone Arenasuicide bomber and a car loaded with hundreds of kilograms of explosive material killed 38, leaving more than 150 injured. 30 of 38 victims are police officers, and the remaining eight are civilians.
In the aftermath of the explosions, gunshot exchanges were heard and ambulances from all districts of İstanbul were sent to the area. At the moment, 19 people are in intensive care unit.
The explosions were so loud that it was felt and heard in all districts in İstanbul, causing panic and chaos.
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