One Person Dies in Mountain Goat Count Accident in Mersin

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Note: Although the news (DHA) reported that Mehmet Ali Yetiş died during a nature trip, local sources learned that the incident was not an outdoor activity but an operation carried out with Gendarmerie teams.

Mehmet Ali Yetiş (64), who participated in the wild goat count with the gendarmerie in the Papazın Bahçesi area of ​​Çamlıyayla district of Mersin, lost his life as a result of an unfortunate accident.

Details of the Incident : The incident occurred around 2:00 PM on December 13th. Yetiş, known for his love of nature and a hobby as a photographer, lost his balance on a rock while he was counting wild goats with gendarmerie teams and fell off a cliff. Paramedics, AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency), fire department, and gendarmerie units were dispatched to the scene. However, the teams determined Yetiş was dead. Rescue efforts were launched to recover his body.

A Warning to Nature Lovers: Safety Must Always Be a Priority. As Turkey's Outdoor and Nature Sports Platform, we offer our condolences to Mehmet Ali Yetiş, known for his love of nature, and offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety in nature walks and all outdoor activities.

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Source: DHA News

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