The deceased individual is reportedly a social media influencer, Kübra Karaaslan. Authorities have reportedly opened an investigation into her death after she jumped off the Osmangazi Bridge.
The tragic incident occurred on the bridge connecting Kocaeli and Yalova. According to initial reports, the deceased influencer arrived at the bridge and, for unknown reasons, crossed over the railings of the bridge before going to the edge of it.
Drivers and other persons who witnessed her move to the edge of the bridge tried to persuade her not to jump. Despite all these attempts by various persons who witnessed her move to the edge of the bridge, Kübra Karaaslan jumped from a great height.
The video of the tragic event is reportedly circulating online as various persons were seen urging her to move back before she jumped.
Emergency response teams sent to the bridge later found that Karaaslan had jumped off it.
Social media reactions
The tragic event reportedly elicited various reactions as the video circulated online.
One of the reactions read:
“What’s going on here? How many women and young people are taking their own lives?”
Another person reacted by saying:
“Dealing with known troubles is better than going to an unknown place.”
Another person reacted by saying:
“May Allah protect everyone’s mental health.”
