Construction tragedy in Trabzon: 30-year-old worker found dead in water at foundation

Construction tragedy in Trabzon: 30-year-old worker found dead in water at foundation

18.06.2026 13:01

In the Araklı district of Trabzon, 30-year-old construction worker Ferhat Uzun was found dead in the water at the foundation of the construction site where he worked. Despite the intervention of health teams who arrived at the scene, Uzun could not be saved, and the possibility of electrocution is being considered as the primary cause.

In the tragic incident that took place in Araklı last night, Ferhat Uzun (30), who was working at a construction site, was found motionless in accumulated water in the foundation. The case, which came to the fore with suspicion of electric shock, has brought new debates regarding worker health and occupational safety. The investigation details are being closely followed.

FOUND MOTIONLESS IN THE WATER

The incident occurred last evening at a construction site in the Araklı district center. Those who noticed Ferhat Uzun lying motionless in the water in the foundation of the construction site where he worked reported the situation to the police. Upon the report, medical teams were dispatched to the scene. During the examination, it was determined that Uzun had lost his life.

POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC CURRENT

Teams conducting investigations at the scene are considering the possibility that Ferhat Uzun may have lost his life due to electric shock.

As the investigation initiated by the Public Prosecutor's Office continues, the exact cause of death will be clarified by the autopsy report.

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