A citizen named Erol Muhammet G., who came to the front of the district governor's office in Devrek, Zonguldak, set himself on fire for an unknown reason. The man, engulfed in flames, began to writhe in pain.
Citizens nearby, who witnessed the horrifying moments, intervened to extinguish the burning man. Upon notification, health and police teams were dispatched to the scene.
Health teams provided first aid to Erol Muhammet G., who suffered burns on his body, at the scene. The injured man, who was difficult to place on a stretcher, was taken to Devrek State Hospital by ambulance for treatment.
While police teams took security measures at the scene, it was claimed that Erol Muhammet G. had psychological issues. An investigation has been initiated regarding the incident.