Armed Intervention in Electricity Illegal Control

Category: ELECTRICAL ENERGY , ENERGY AGENDA - Date: August 23, 2025

A drone was shot down by a long-barreled weapon while Dicle Elektrik was conducting a search for illegal electricity in rural areas of the İdil district of Şırnak. The perpetrator of the attack was detained, and legal proceedings have been initiated.

Dicle Elektrik, which continues its operations with the goal of providing loss-free, uninterrupted, and high-quality energy distribution, has begun scanning for illegal electricity use with a drone supported by the gendarmerie in the İdil district of Şırnak. While the inspections, which began in rural areas in the early hours of the morning, were proceeding smoothly under the supervision of security forces, an unexpected attack occurred during a drone inspection in the rural area of ​​Özbek village. In the incident, an individual opened fire on Dicle Elektrik's illegal detection drone with a long-barreled weapon. The drone was damaged by the gunfire, and gendarmerie teams quickly took action and detained the shooter. The detained individual was taken to the police station, and legal proceedings were initiated against him.

Dicle Electric officials stated that the legal process regarding the matter is being meticulously monitored by Dicle Electric's lawyers and technical teams. They said, "This attack is not only against our technological equipment, but also against public resources, public services, and the rule of law. Our stance against such threats is clear. We will pursue all legal processes to the end to ensure the harshest punishment for those responsible."

Technology-supported illegal detection activities will continue

Dicle Electricity emphasized that it will continue to increase its technology-supported inspection efforts in its service area. Officials stated that unmanned aerial vehicles, which detect illegal electricity use, are crucial for both protecting public resources and ensuring fair energy distribution. The statement read, " Our drone-assisted inspections will continue to increase deterrence in the fight against illegal electricity use. No pressure, threats, or attacks will change our resolve."

Published by: Alperen ERTAŞ- [email protected]