A fire broke out in an abandoned apartment on the second floor of a five-story office building on Cumhuriyet Avenue in Merkez Mahallesi around 12:30. Two people were inside the apartment when the fire started for unknown reasons, causing the flames to quickly grow and shatter the windows of the apartment. The two individuals managed to escape to the street in a panic as the fire raged on.
Authorities were alerted to the incident when a call was made to the 112 Emergency Call Center, prompting fire, health, and police teams to be dispatched to the scene. The fire was eventually extinguished thanks to the intervention of the fire department. The two individuals, whose health was reported to be in good condition, were taken to the police station to provide statements. Additionally, the apartment sustained significant damage as a result of the fire.
Considering the suspicious nature of the fire’s origin, police officers reported the situation to the crime scene investigation teams for further examination. Upon arrival, the investigation teams conducted a thorough investigation both inside the apartment and on the street. The exact cause of the fire will be determined after the completion of the investigation by the authorities.
Overall, the incident left two individuals physically unharmed but emotionally shaken, as they were forced to flee from the burning apartment. The quick response from emergency services prevented further damage to the building and potential injuries. The authorities are now working to determine the cause of the fire and ensure that such incidents do not occur again in the future. Residents in the area are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to prevent similar incidents from happening.
