Shots fired in central Istanbul. Injuries reported

Shots were fired early this morning in the centre of the Turkish capital, Istanbul. At least five people were injured in the incident. Tourists are among the victims, but their nationalities have not yet been confirmed.

The shooting was triggered by a conflict that erupted between a group of people. The perpetrator, apparently unable to find arguments, did nothing better than pull out a pistol and start firing.

The victims were hospitalised in city clinics, and their lives are not currently in danger. The perpetrator is being sought.

The incident occurred on Istanbul's most popular street, Istiklal Avenue, which sometimes sees up to three million visitors a day.