19.08.2025 15:01
During the canal work carried out in Ekmekli village of Erzincan, 75-year-old Rafet Bayrak was trapped under a fallen tree and, despite being taken to the hospital, could not be saved. An investigation has been initiated regarding the incident.
In the village of Ekmekli, located 14 kilometers from the center of Erzincan, a tragic accident occurred during canal construction work, resulting in the death of Rafet Bayrak, aged ___. According to the information obtained, a construction machine belonging to a subcontractor working under the State Hydraulic Works (DSI) was conducting work along the canal. During this time, a tree uprooted by the excavator fell, severely injuring Rafet Bayrak, who was in the area and became trapped under the tree.
DESPITE ALL INTERVENTIONS BY DOCTORS, HE COULD NOT BE SAVED
Bayrak was taken to Mengücek Gazi Training and Research Hospital by the health teams called to the scene, but despite all interventions, he could not be saved. Gendarmerie teams cordoned off the area and initiated an investigation, and it was reported that an inquiry into the incident is ongoing.