On the evening of September 23, 2026, a series of arsons occurred at Starlink facilities in Poland, which, according to the German publication Spiegel, may be linked to the Turkish criminal group "Daltonis." Polish law enforcement believes that these actions could have been organized at the behest of Russian special services.
Arrests of Suspects in Germany
On October 12, 2026, at Poland's request, two Turkish citizens were arrested in Germany on suspicion of involvement in the sabotage of Starlink's ground infrastructure. The arrested individuals have been identified as:
- Yumit E., 38 years old;
- Müslyum T., 34 years old.
The Higher Regional Court in Stuttgart is set to consider their extradition to Poland soon, where they may face charges of terrorism and arson.
Connection to the "Daltonis" Group
According to information obtained from Spiegel's sources in several security agencies, the arrested individuals may be connected to the "Daltonis" group — one of the most influential organized crime groups in Europe. This group has repeatedly come under the scrutiny of law enforcement for its activities related to various criminal offenses.
Other Arson Incidents
It is worth noting that in September 2026, a fire also occurred at a Starlink station in Bulgaria, raising additional concerns about the safety of Starlink facilities in the region. These incidents may indicate systematic attacks on the infrastructure belonging to the company, which provides essential communication services.