While waving at someone nearby, he was hit by a car as he set off onto the road.

While waving at someone nearby, he was hit by a car as he set off onto the road.

23.05.2026 17:21

In the Tarsus district of Mersin, a car struck Ergin Yılmaz as he tried to cross the road after waving at a relative. Yılmaz, who was injured in the accident captured by security cameras, was hospitalized for treatment.

In the Tarsus district of Mersin, a person trying to cross the road was hit by a car. Ergin Yılmaz, who was injured in the accident captured on security camera, was taken to hospital for treatment.

The accident occurred in the morning on Mehmet Akif Ersoy Street in Mithat Paşa neighborhood. According to claims, Ergin Yılmaz came to the street with his wife, and while checking the road, he turned and waved upon being called by a person alleged to be his relative. At that moment, his wife crossed the road. As Ergin Yılmaz stepped onto the road, he was thrown to the ground after being hit by a car with license plate 33 BED 957 driven by Hasan S.

FRACTURES IN HIS BODY

Upon notification, health teams were dispatched to the scene. Yılmaz, who received first aid at the scene, was taken to Tarsus State Hospital. The injured person, reported to have fractures in his body, was later transferred to Mersin Training and Research Hospital.

Accident Moment

ACCIDENT MOMENT ON SECURITY CAMERA

The moment of the accident was also reflected on the security camera in the vicinity. The footage showed Ergin Yılmaz stepping onto the road while waving to his relative and being thrown by the impact of the car. Police teams launched an investigation into the accident.

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