[1] Arda Küçükyetim was a self-described national socialist, prior to the attack he created a Telegram chat where he had a friend share the file containing his manifesto, documents written by other killers as well as photos of himself.

"[5] On August 12, 2024, Arda Küçükyetim formatted all of his devices and arrived at the vicinity of the mosque, once there he went behind a local barbershop and put on a helmet, ski mask and tactical vest, then started a livestream.

He walked to the tea garden of the mosque where he pulled out a camping knife and slit a mans throat, leaving him in critical condition before attempting to chase down other people.

[15] According to authorities, Küçükyetim had initially planned to carry out a bombing attack but changed his mind due to safety concerns at home.

[17] Authorities charged Küçükyetim with five counts of “premeditated attempted murder” and “creating fear and panic among the public.”, he faces a maximum sentence of 108 years in prison if convicted.