The accident, which happened around 8:38, occurred when a working platform crane lost control during maneuvering and movement, losing its balance and overturning. The crane struck the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Higher Education Girls' Dormitory building, becoming suspended. Following reports, fire teams from Mecidiyeköy, Akşemsettin, and Beyoğlu stations, as well as the 112 emergency medical crews, were dispatched to the scene. The incident was brought under control and there was material damage, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.
IMM Deputy Mayor Nuri Aslan, IMM Secretary General Volkan Demir, and Fire Department Director Remzi Albayrak inspected the scene and met with students.
