Father and Son Who Suffered Electric Shock While Washing a Truck in Yalova Laid to Rest

In the tragic incident that took place in the Altınova district of Yalova, father Samim Okur and his son Olcay Okur, who lost their lives after suffering an electric shock while washing their truck, were sent on their final journey amid tears. This painful incident occurred yesterday around 18.30 in Tokmak village, at the vehicle washing area belonging to the Çekiciler Kooperatifi. The pair suddenly fell ill and fainted while cleaning the truck in its maintenance pit. Upon nearby citizens noticing the situation and immediately notifying health teams, numerous ambulances were dispatched to the area. Unfortunately, the father and son, found motionless on the ground, were in extremely critical condition.

Health teams, who arrived swiftly at the scene, administered first aid before transferring the injured to Karamürsel Devlet Hastanesi and Altınova Devlet Hastanesi. Despite all emergency interventions performed at the hospitals and the intense efforts of the doctors, the unfortunate father and son could not be saved. It was reported that the pair suffered severe physical damage due to the shock caused by the electric current, and they tragically lost their struggle for life. This unexpected and bitter news of death caused profound sorrow and shock in the region. Authorities have reportedly launched a detailed investigation into whether safety measures against electrical leaks were neglected.

An emotional funeral ceremony was held for the deceased Samim Okur and Olcay Okur at the Gazanfer Bilge Mahallesi Camisi in the Karamürsel district of Kocaeli. Samim Okur, who is known to be a father of three boys, was survived by his other two sons, who experienced immense devastation and struggled to stand on their feet throughout the ceremony. Those attending the funeral tried to support one another to ease the pain of the unfortunate incident. The funeral prayer, performed following the afternoon prayer, was observed in an atmosphere of complete sorrow with the attendance of a large crowd. The fact that Samim Okur was a highly loved and respected individual in his community also increased the number of attendees at the ceremony.

Following the funeral prayer, the unfortunate father and son were buried side by side in the neighborhood cemetery, passing into eternity. During the burial, tears were shed accompanied by prayers; their loved ones experienced immense sorrow and grief while fulfilling their final duties. The family, losing two individuals at the same time due to the electric current, was virtually drowned in grief. This tragic incident once again highlighted how vital occupational health and safety rules are during the maintenance of heavy machinery and commercial vehicles. Similarly, the need to increase strict inspections of infrastructure safety in vehicle washing and maintenance areas was brought to the agenda.

Local authorities and officials from the Çekiciler Kooperatifi announced that an in-depth investigation has been launched regarding the incident and that all necessary steps will be taken. It was emphasized that electrical installations must be periodically checked and additional safety measures must be taken to protect workers to prevent similar accidents from happening again. While the tragic death of Samim and Olcay Okur deeply shook the local community and the commercial transportation sector, it particularly increased safety concerns among families. Following the completion of the burial process, condolences poured in for the family and their loved ones. As this tragic incident is etched in memories as an unforgettable lesson, calls were also made by non-governmental organizations to raise occupational safety awareness.