ISTANBUL – ARNAVUTKÖY – A severe traffic accident took place yesterday evening, March 3, 2026, in Arnavutköy, Istanbul, involving a head-on collision between a car and a van. The incident, which occurred on Hacımaşlı Yolu Caddesi, resulted in one fatality and two injuries. İsa Taşkan, the 39-year-old driver of the car, lost his life at the scene, while his wife and daughter sustained injuries. The driver of the van, F.N. (28), has been taken into custody.
Details of the Tragic Accident
The collision happened around 7:30 PM on Hacımaşlı Yolu Caddesi. According to initial reports, a van with license plate 38 KH 077, driven by F.N., collided head-on with a car bearing license plate 34 TU 7079, driven by İsa Taşkan, which was traveling in the opposite direction.
Eyewitnesses immediately reported the accident to the authorities, prompting the dispatch of police and health teams to the scene. Upon arrival, police secured the area, while medical personnel conducted an assessment. It was determined that İsa Taşkan, who was in the car, had died at the scene due to the impact of the collision.
Injuries and Investigation
İsa Taşkan’s wife, Hanife Taşkan, and their child, A.D.B., who were also in the car, were injured in the crash. After receiving initial medical attention at the accident site, they were transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital for further treatment. Their current condition has not been disclosed.
The van driver, F.N., underwent a health check-up before being taken to the police station for questioning. Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine its exact cause. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
This incident highlights the critical importance of road safety and adherence to traffic regulations, especially on roads prone to such severe collisions. Local authorities are urging drivers to exercise extreme caution and vigilance to prevent future tragedies.
