Panic moments in the city square! He was drowning during the protest.

Panic moments in the city square! He was drowning during the protest.

13.04.2026 08:00

A person protesting Israel in Artvin experienced a near-drowning incident when they lost their balance during a demonstration where they had tied a rope around their neck. The individual, who identified themselves as a pediatrician, was rescued by the quick intervention of nearby citizens. Those moments were captured on a mobile phone camera, and it was later learned that their health condition was good.

During a performance protesting Israel in Artvin, a person experienced a brief choking hazard due to a rope around their neck. Those moments were recorded by nearby citizens.

DANGEROUS DISPLAY DURING PROTEST

The individual, who identified themselves as a pediatrician, was seen trying to draw attention by putting a rope around their neck during the protest. The person lost their balance during the performance and struggled to breathe as the rope tightened.

CITIZENS INTERVENED

The footage shows moments when nearby individuals quickly intervened upon noticing the situation and rescued the person from the rope. While there was a brief panic, the intervention prevented a possible disaster.

HEALTH CONDITION IS GOOD

After the incident, it was learned that the individual's health condition is good. Authorities pointed out that similar protest methods carry serious risks.

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