A serious crash unfolded near Sapanca in western Turkey when a bus carrying supporters of the ruling Justice and Development Party collided with a heavy vehicle at night. Initial reporting indicates the incident involved a political gathering en route to a campaign-related event, with authorities confirming the collision and rescue operations under way. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as emergency teams arrived, working quickly to disentangle passengers and assess the damage. The latest updates from the Turkish health and safety authorities, cited by DHA and news agencies, note that there were injuries among the passengers while there were no immediate reports of fatalities at that moment of the incident. The situation remained fluid as responders coordinated on-site treatment and dispatch to nearby medical facilities, with ongoing inquiries into the sequence of events and contributing factors [citation: DHA via RIA Novosti].
The second part of the report concerns a separate incident tied to a voter movement. It was noted that registered voters from Ordu had traveled to Istanbul to participate in the presidential elections, then returned to their home city. During this return journey, the bus collided with a truck, trapping the driver in the cabin. Rescue teams used specialized equipment to extricate him and stabilize the situation, while other passengers sustained injuries. In total, 22 people were reported hurt, with one described as seriously injured, though the latest condition of that individual remained unclear at the time of the update. Local authorities and medical teams remain on the scene to provide care, support the injured, and document the sequence of events for the official investigation [citation: DHA via RIA Novosti].
The origin of the crashes continues to be under investigation. Police have stated that investigators will examine road conditions, vehicle maintenance records, driver behavior, and any contributing factors to determine a clear cause and appropriate measures to prevent repetition. Officials emphasize that the inquiry is active, with evidence gathered from crash sites, eyewitness accounts, and logistical data being analyzed to understand how such accidents occurred and what safeguards could reduce future risk. Related reports from other urban centers, including separate road incidents, are noted to illustrate broader traffic safety concerns that authorities are examining as part of a wider review [citation: DHA via RIA Novosti].