06.03.2026 08:40
In the Bodrum district of Muğla, famous tourism entrepreneur and businessman Murat Murathanoğlu lost his life after being hit by a concrete mixer while crossing a pedestrian crossing. The moment of the accident was captured by a security camera of a business.
Famous tourism entrepreneur and businessman Murat Murathanoğlu (79), who was trying to cross the road in front of the Torba Neighborhood Muhtarlığı in Bodrum district of Muğla, was hit by a concrete mixer coming from Gölköy direction towards Torba Junction. Health, police, and fire teams were dispatched to the scene upon the notification of those nearby.
BUSINESSMAN DIES, DRIVER IN CUSTODY
Health teams determined that Murathanoğlu had passed away during their checks. The driver of the concrete mixer, M.A., was taken into custody. An investigation has been launched regarding the accident. Meanwhile, the moment of the accident was captured by a workplace security camera.
CITIZENS REACT
According to news in the local press; citizens who witnessed the incident complained about the fast-moving trucks in the neighborhood. They stated that due to the speed of the trucks, there are fatal accidents on this road every year.
Murat Murathanoğlu, who operates restaurants in Istanbul Nişantaşı and Torba, is married to former famous model Deniz Murathanoğlu.