ISTANBUL – A passenger attempted suicide at the Şişhane Metro Station on the Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line in Istanbul this morning, causing the station to be temporarily closed and services to be halted. The incident occurred around 09:30 AM.
Emergency Response and Station Closure
Following the suicide attempt, a large number of security and health teams were dispatched to the Şişhane station. Metro Istanbul released an official statement regarding the incident, confirming the closure of the station.
“M2 Yenikapı-Hacıosman Metro Line Şişhane station has been closed to operation due to a passenger’s suicide attempt. Our trains will continue their journey without stopping at Şişhane station,” the statement read.
Impact on Metro Services
While Şişhane station remains closed, efforts are underway to redirect passengers from other stations and ensure that metro services on other lines continue to operate regularly. The incident has caused significant disruption for commuters during the morning hours.
Passenger’s Condition and Ongoing Investigation
As of now, no official statement has been made regarding the condition of the passenger involved in the incident after the initial intervention by emergency services. Authorities are continuing their work at the scene.
This event underscores the critical need for mental health support and awareness in public spaces. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses and the situation at the station is fully resolved.
