Stories from Gulistan · Afghanistan

The primary suspect in the nine murders in Gulistan, Umut Altaş, has claimed his father was involved in the case. Fugitive suspect Umut Altaş has allegedly engaged in correspondence with his father regarding the Gulistan nine investigation. Altaş claims his father was aware of the situation and sent him to the United States. Fugitive suspect Umut Altaş has reportedly made claims regarding his involvement in the Gulistan 9 investigation. Correspondence has emerged between the father of Umut Altas and the suspect in the Gulistan investigation. Altas is identified as a key figure and a person of interest wanted via a red notice. The investigation involves charges of forming a criminal organization and spreading corruption. The suspect reportedly requested $9,000 from his father, Celen Altaş, who was arrested in an investigation on January 9.