[58100] Violent assault in Beyoğlu: Galatasaray star Lucas Torreira attacked on the street

Severe assault incident against football star Lucas Torreira

A violent incident occurred today, May 13, 2026, in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, where Galatasaray midfielder Lucas Torreira was attacked. According to the report on the channel GALATASARAY BAŞAKŞEHİR CANLI, the assault was documented in its exact moments, as the player received punches from an unknown individual.

Following the incident, the Turkish news channel TGRT HABER, known for general current affairs and breaking news coverage, reported that the identity of the assailant caused quite a stir. According to TGRT HABER, after the suspect's arrest, "chilling messages" he wrote on social media were revealed, content described by the media as something that "no one can believe" was written.

As of this hour, the authorities in Turkey are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the assault. The reports on both channels emphasize the public shock surrounding the case, especially in light of the exposure of the assailant's disturbing digital past.