23.10.2026 20:31
The judicial process has begun regarding the mine disaster in which 3 workers lost their lives in the Kilimli district of Zonguldak. In the investigation into the explosion caused by methane gas accumulation, in which 5 workers were also injured, a detention order was issued for the mine owner and the occupational health and safety expert. A large-scale investigation is being carried out to uncover the causes of the disaster and possible negligence.
In Zonguldak's Kilimli district, there has been a new development in the investigation into the mine explosion in which 3 workers lost their lives and 5 workers were injured. Within the scope of the investigation launched after the methane gas explosion, a detention order was issued for the owner of the mining company and the occupational health and safety expert.
METHANE GAS EXPLOSION CLAIMED 3 LIVES
The explosion occurred at around 10:00 in the mine shaft located in the licensed mining area in Gelik town of Kilimli district. After the explosion, which was reported to have occurred due to methane gas accumulation, search and rescue and medical teams were dispatched to the region.
As a result of the efforts to reach 8 workers in the mine, it was determined that 3 workers lost their lives and 5 workers were rescued injured. It was reported that the health condition of 2 of the injured is serious.
INVESTIGATION LAUNCHED
The Zonguldak Chief Public Prosecutor's Office launched a judicial investigation after the incident. Within the scope of the investigation, a deputy chief public prosecutor and two public prosecutors were assigned, and an expert committee was formed to determine the causes of the incident.
DETENTION ORDER FOR COMPANY OWNER AND OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY EXPERT
Within the scope of the investigation, a detention order was issued for the mine owner M.S.D. and occupational health and safety expert E.Y. It was reported that investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion and possible negligence.
The Chief Public Prosecutor's Office announced that the investigation continues in order to clarify all aspects of the disaster.