In a heart-stopping incident, a young British tourist faced a near-death experience after a terrifying car crash in Turkey left him trapped in a burning vehicle, strangled by his own seatbelt.
Dramatic footage shows the moment the man, whose identity remains undisclosed, was rescued by quick-thinking bystanders as flames engulfed the car. The shocking accident occurred during what was supposed to be a relaxing holiday getaway.
The Terrifying Ordeal
Eyewitnesses reported hearing a loud bang before spotting the overturned vehicle spewing thick black smoke. The driver, believed to be in his 20s, was left hanging upside down, struggling to free himself as the seatbelt tightened around his neck.
"It was like something out of a horror film," one local shopkeeper told reporters. "We could see him turning blue - we thought he was going to die right there."
Miraculous Rescue
Heroic passersby rushed to the scene with knives to cut the seatbelt while others worked to put out the spreading flames. The entire rescue was captured on mobile phones, showing the dramatic moments as the young man was pulled to safety just seconds before the car became completely engulfed in fire.
Emergency services arrived shortly after to transport the injured tourist to a nearby hospital. While shaken and bruised, doctors confirmed he miraculously escaped with non-life-threatening injuries.
Safety Warnings for Travellers
The near-fatal incident has prompted safety experts to remind holidaymakers about vehicle safety abroad. "This shows how quickly a fun trip can turn deadly," said a spokesperson for the Foreign Office. "We urge all travellers to check their rental vehicles thoroughly and always have an emergency plan."
Authorities in Turkey are investigating the cause of the crash, with early reports suggesting possible brake failure. The British Embassy has been notified and is providing consular assistance to the victim.
