Attempted Murder on a Pedestrian Crossing in Turkey: Shocking Incident in Fethiye

A deeply disturbing incident has shaken the coastal town of Fethiye, Muğla. A 61-year-old British woman, Lisa Jane Di Palma, was seriously injured after being struck by a car while using a pedestrian crossing. Even more shocking—after hitting her, the driver allegedly tried to flee the scene, nearly running her over a second time.

The incident occurred in the Foça neighborhood on Cahit Beğenç Boulevard. Lisa was crossing the street at a designated pedestrian area when she was struck by a car driven by a man identified as Ö.K. Eyewitnesses claim the driver was under the influence of alcohol. The force of the impact threw Lisa to the ground, leaving her with severe injuries.

Instead of stopping to help, the driver reportedly attempted to flee. But the situation quickly escalated—he allegedly came dangerously close to hitting Lisa again as he tried to drive away. Thankfully, bystanders intervened. Their swift reaction stopped the vehicle just in time and likely saved her life.

Emergency services were called to the scene, and Lisa was rushed to the hospital. She remains in critical condition, and her injuries are reported to be life-threatening. Police arrived shortly after and took the driver into custody. There are reports suggesting he tried to escape a second time even after being stopped, further compounding the seriousness of the situation.

As of now, an investigation is underway. The community is understandably outraged. This isn’t just a tragic accident—many are calling it an attempted murder, pointing to the recklessness and alleged intoxication of the driver, combined with the repeated attempts to flee.

It’s a heartbreaking reminder of how dangerous the roads can be, even at marked pedestrian crossings.

Source: nefes.com.tr/yaya-gecidinde-cinayete-tesebbus-once-carpti-sonra-kacmaya-calisti-53402