Adnan Göktürk Yeşil

Their life

Adnan Göktürk Yeşil was an 11-year-old student at Ayser Calik Secondary School in Kahramanmaras, Turkey. He was part of a young generation pursuing education and personal growth within his school community. His life was tragically cut short during a sudden act of violence at his school, becoming one of the victims of the 2026 Onikişubat school shooting.

Adnan Göktürk Yeşil was a young student living in Kahramanmaras, where he attended Ayser Calik Secondary School. Like many children his age, he was engaged in his studies and daily school life, surrounded by classmates and teachers. His routine was disrupted by a tragic school shooting that struck his community, an event that deeply affected families, educators, and the wider public across Turkey. His death symbolizes the loss of innocent life in an environment meant for learning and safety, leaving a lasting impact on his school and community.

How they died

Adnan Göktürk Yeşil, an 11-year-old student, lost his life during a mass school shooting when a fellow student opened fire inside classrooms. The attack was sudden and indiscriminate, targeting students and staff, which resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries.

During the incident, the armed student carried multiple firearms and ammunition into the school and began shooting inside classrooms. Victims were caught in close proximity, leaving little chance to escape. Adnan Göktürk Yeşil was among those directly struck by gunfire. The intensity and proximity of the attack contributed to severe injuries, ultimately leading to his death before or shortly after medical assistance could be effectively administered.

Additional context

Adnan Göktürk Yeşil died as a result of being shot during a school shooting at Ayser Calik Secondary School in Turkey when a student attacker opened fire inside classrooms.

Why we remember them

This record exists so that Adnan Göktürk Yeşil, and all who are named in this archive, are never reduced to a number.

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