Fatal Istanbul Metrobus Accident Leaves 1 Dead
Metrobus Accident in Istanbul Leaves 1 Dead and 38 Injured
A tragic accident occurred in the Sefaköy area of Istanbul when a metrobus travelling in the direction of Beylikdüzü went out of control and crashed into another metrobus coming from the opposite direction. The collision caused the metrobus to skid and hit barriers, leading to chaos and panic among passengers.
Emergency services including police, fire, and medical teams were immediately dispatched to the scene to provide assistance. Fire crews worked tirelessly to rescue two individuals trapped under the metrobus, while medical teams attended to the injured passengers. Unfortunately, one person lost their life in the accident, with two individuals sustaining serious injuries and 38 others suffering varying degrees of harm.
Following the incident, an investigation was launched by the Küçükçekmece Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office. Two drivers and one inspection officer were detained in connection with the accident, as authorities seek to determine the cause of the tragic collision.
Eyewitnesses reported that one of the drivers involved in the accident claimed to have experienced brake failure, despite attempting to stop the vehicle. The other driver mentioned swerving to avoid the collision but ultimately crashing into the metrobus.
In a statement released by the Istanbul Governorship, it was confirmed that the collision resulted in 1 fatality and 38 injuries, with two individuals in critical condition. The injured passengers were promptly transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment, while efforts to clear and investigate the accident scene continued.
As a result of the accident, traffic congestion and delays were reported along the metrobus route, causing inconvenience to passengers. Authorities worked to manage the situation and ensure the safety of commuters in the aftermath of the tragic event.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the deceased victim, and we wish a speedy recovery to all those injured in this devastating metrobus accident in Istanbul.
