A fire broke out in front of a car gallery in Yeşilköy Neighborhood, Bakırköy, around 04:30 at night. According to initial findings, flames that started in a parked car for unknown reasons quickly spread to three other vehicles nearby.
Police and fire brigade teams were dispatched to the area upon notification. While police closed the street to traffic for security reasons, the fire was brought under control with the intervention of the fire brigade and four cars were extinguished.
The extent of the damage is significant
The fire caused damage worth a total of 50 million lira to four vehicles. Two of the vehicles were heavily damaged, while the other two cars suffered partial damage.
After the fire, crime scene investigation teams collected evidence from the vehicles and began examining nearby security cameras. The police continue their investigation into the cause of the fire.
Arson possibility is being examined
It was learned that authorities are also considering the possibility of arson related to the fire. When the investigation is completed, a clearer picture will emerge regarding how the flames started.
There was a brief traffic disruption in the area, and it was reported that the investigation is progressing with technical examinations. The exact cause of the incident will be clarified after the examinations to be conducted.