25.01.2026 18:52
The family drama that occurred in the Suruç district of Şanlıurfa came to light when a police officer noticed the situation. The father, who was reported to be experiencing psychological issues, was placed under treatment, while the children were taken into protective custody. A social support process was initiated for the family upon the governor's instructions.
Mahmud Muhammed, a 40-year-old foreign national living in the Democracy Neighborhood of the Suruç district in Şanlıurfa, lost his wife last year. The individual, who lives with his Alzheimer’s patient mother-in-law and two children, began to experience psychological distress. Allegedly, the father, who sometimes exhibited uncontrollable behavior, started to physically abuse his mother-in-law and two children.
POLICE ENCOUNTERED A GRIM SCENE AT THE HOUSE
A police officer in the district, who learned about the situation, wanted to personally help the family. Upon arriving at the house, the officer could not believe the scene he witnessed. The police officer, who addressed the family's urgent needs, reported the situation to the district governor's office and the Ministry of Family and Social Services.
TEAMS SPRANG INTO ACTION
Upon notification, the teams from the district governor's office and the Ministry of Family and Social Services went to the house and took the individual to Suruç State Hospital by ambulance. The individual, who was treated there, was referred to the Psychiatry Department of Gaziantep Şehitkamil State Hospital for psychological treatment.
THE GOVERNOR GAVE INSTRUCTIONS
It was reported that Şanlıurfa Governor Hasan Şıldak intervened and instructed that all needs of the family be met. Following this, the Suruç District Governor's Office initiated a study to determine the family's needs.
CHILDREN WERE HANDED OVER TO THEIR AUNTS
After the necessary examination at the house, the Provincial Directorate of Family and Social Services took the children into protection. It was stated that the children, who were handed over to their aunts, had all their needs met and that it was investigated whether they required psychological support. The state, which also took care of the Alzheimer’s patient woman, took action to ensure she could continue her life in a suitable place.