20.08.2026 19:20
A woman traveling on the metrobus in Istanbul was subjected to harassment by a person who was assessed to be intoxicated. As the suspect tried to approach the woman, nearby passengers intervened, and the victim called for help via the KADES app. Upon the report, police teams sprang into action and detained the suspect at the next metrobus stop.
A woman traveling on a metrobus in Istanbul was subjected to verbal and physical harassment by a person believed to be under the influence of alcohol. The suspect, who sang loudly throughout the journey and made unwanted advances toward the woman, eventually walked directly toward her. While nearby passengers tried to intervene and stop the individual, the woman used KADES to seek help.
HARASSMENT OF A WOMAN ON THE METROBUS
The incident occurred on a metrobus in transit in Istanbul. According to allegations, the individual, believed to be intoxicated, exhibited disturbing behavior toward a woman throughout the journey. The suspect, who sang loudly and appeared to have difficulty standing, eventually turned directly toward the woman.
PASSENGERS STEPPED IN
When the suspect moved toward the woman, other passengers nearby intervened. As passengers tried to prevent the individual from approaching her, a great panic ensued due to the events.
PRESSED KADES TO REQUEST HELP
Due to the distress and fear she experienced, the woman sent a help request via the Women's Support Application (KADES) on her mobile phone. Following the report, police teams took action.
POLICE CAUGHT HIM AT THE NEXT STOP
As the metrobus pulled into the next stop, police teams intervened in the vehicle. The suspect was firmly apprehended and taken into custody by the teams.
The incident once again highlighted the importance of security measures and emergency mechanisms in public transportation. Following the events, attention was drawn to the support the application provides in emergencies with the phrase, "Thank goodness KADES exists."