Heartbreaking Update: The Walking Man’s Story Leaves Turkey Devastated
The tragic story of Selami Salman, also known as the ‘Pendikli Forrest Gump,’ has come to a heartbreaking end in Istanbul. The 21:00 incident took place at a house on Terzi Street in the Kavakpınar Neighborhood of Pendik district, where Selami Salman was found dead after being missing for two days.
Selami Salman was well-known to drivers who regularly traveled between Tuzla and Maltepe on the D100 highway, as he could often be seen walking for kilometers every day. His disappearance in Pendik raised concerns, leading to a search that ended in a tragic discovery. His relatives notified the police, who found Salman’s lifeless body in the house he lived in.
Upon arrival at the scene, police, crime scene investigation teams, and medical personnel confirmed that Salman had passed away. His body was transported to the Forensic Medicine Institute for an autopsy to determine the cause of death, as authorities launched a thorough investigation into the incident.
The heartbreaking details of Selami Salman’s life were revealed by his mother, Medina Salman. According to his mother, Salman had once been a cheerful person but had faced immense challenges, including a broken engagement and a head injury. Despite her deep concern for her son’s well-being, she lamented her inability to help him overcome his struggles.
Medina Salman shared, “He is still wandering on the roads. I want him to be healthy like my other children, but I don’t have the strength. It has been 33 years since my husband died. Sometimes he says ‘don’t come’ for children and girls. But not always. I am desperate. I want him to be treated.”
The tragic end to Selami Salman’s life has left many questioning the circumstances that led to his untimely death. As investigations continue, his story serves as a poignant reminder of the struggles faced by those battling mental health issues and the importance of supporting those in need.
