25.09.2025 12:04
Images of a child sleeping in the median of a busy road in Batman have broken hearts. Following the spread of these images, the Ministry of Family and Social Services took the child, who was found to have six siblings, into state care along with his seven siblings.
The Ministry of Family and Social Services took action regarding the child sleeping on the street in Batman after the shared images; it was determined that the child has 6 more siblings, and all 7 siblings were placed under protection.
THE IMAGES BROKE HEARTS
The images reflected by a mobile phone camera in Batman broke the hearts of those who saw them when shared on social media. Following the images of the child lying on the ground by the roadside, the Ministry of Family and Social Services took action.
7 SIBLINGS UNDER PROTECTION
In a statement made from the Ministry's social account, it was expressed that the provincial directorate teams promptly took action following the identification of the address based on the images in question.
The statement recorded the following:
"As a result of the examination, it was determined that the child in the images has 6 more siblings, and after health checks, all 7 children have been placed under state protection. Our ministry will provide all necessary support for the healthy development and growth of our children in a safe environment, based on an understanding that prioritizes their best interests."