Istanbul nightclub attacker nabbed after police operation: Report

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for the attack

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Medics and security officials work at the scene after an attack at a popular nightclub in Istanbul. (AP)
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Last Updated : Jan 17 2017 | 3:49 AM IST
Turkish media reports say police have caught the alleged gunman who killed 39 people during an attack on a nightclub in Istanbul during New Year's celebrations.

The private Dogan news agency and other media say the suspect was caught in Istanbul's district of Esenyurt in a police operation late on Sunday.

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility, saying the attack was in reprisal for Turkish military operations in northern Syria.

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First Published: Jan 17 2017 | 3:28 AM IST

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