Why should we be surprised that a murderous terrorist like this would disappear into the woodwork rather than registering at a police station?

The Turkish gunman who shot Pope John Paul II failed to report to a police station Friday — the day after his release from prison — and authorities said the military could ask for his arrest for draft-dodging.

Mehmet Ali Agca was required to report daily to a police station to allow authorities to keep tabs on him until at least officials decide on whether he should serve his military service.

Istanbul Gov. Muammer Guler said Agca — whose whereabouts were unknown — had not reported to any police station by Friday evening. Guler said Agca was also required to report to a military hospital on Monday.

"If he doesn't show up, he will be listed as a draft-dodger" and his arrest could be sought, Guler said.

Let's see -- he murdered a journalist and tried to kill the pope. Do you really think he gives a rat's ass about being considered a draft-dodger?

This little tidbit is also interesting.

Agca, 48, received a hero's welcome by his ultranationalist admirers, who tossed flowers at the car whisking him through the gates of the high-security Kartal Prison outside Istanbul.

Does anyone know how strong this "ultranationailist" movement is, and what its platform consists of?

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