Turkish police divers unfurl flag underwater at shipwreck for Police Week
Preparations are underway as police divers from the Izmir Police Department's Port Branch prepare to unfurl a Turkish flag underwater to mark the 181st anniversary of the Turkish Police Organization and Police Week. The team will perform a special dive at the Monem shipwreck off Cesme, which has become an artificial reef for marine life.
Preparations are underway before police divers from the Izmir Police Department's Port Branch unfurl a Turkish flag underwater to mark the 181st anniversary of the Turkish Police Organization and Police Week on April 10, in Izmir, Turkiye, on April 09, 2026. The team performs a special dive at the Monem shipwreck off Cesme, which sank in 2004 while being towed for dismantling and has since become an artificial reef for marine life.
Symbolic celebration
The underwater flag unfurling is part of Police Week celebrations, honoring the 181-year history of the Turkish Police Organization. The event highlights the unique capabilities of police divers while celebrating the institution's anniversary.
Monem shipwreck location
The Monem shipwreck, located off the Cesme coast, sank in 2004 while being towed for dismantling. Over time, the wreck has transformed into an artificial reef, attracting marine life and becoming a notable diving site in the region.
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Police divers' role
The Izmir Police Department's Port Branch divers regularly conduct underwater operations as part of their law enforcement duties. The Police Week demonstration showcases their specialized skills in a ceremonial setting.
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