Key Facts
• July 22, 2025: A municipal bus in Istanbul, Turkey, went out of control.
• The bus collided with 10 vehicles, including a taxi, and knocked down street poles.
• 1 person died, and 5 others were injured in the incident.
• The bus narrowly missed hitting pedestrians, including one in green clothing.
• Local authorities suspect brake failure as the primary cause of the accident.
• Surveillance footage shows the driver acting strangely before the crash.
• The driver was seen rummaging through his pockets and standing while driving.
• Authorities have detained the driver to investigate his unusual behavior.
• The incident was captured on camera, showing the bus speeding dangerously.
• The investigation is ongoing to determine the link between the driver’s actions and the crash.
Summary
On July 22, 2025, a municipal bus in Istanbul, Turkey, caused a catastrophic multi-vehicle collision involving 10 vehicles. The bus, traveling at high speed, narrowly avoided pedestrians and eventually came to a halt after hitting multiple cars, a taxi, and street poles. Tragically, the accident resulted in one fatality and five injuries. Authorities suspect brake failure but are also investigating the driver’s peculiar actions, as captured on surveillance footage. The driver was seen rummaging through his pockets and standing while driving, moments before the crash. He has been detained for further questioning. The investigation aims to determine whether his behavior contributed to the accident.
