Following the tragic incident where Ekram Hassan, a 35-year-old pregnant woman, fell to her death from a balcony in Bursa, Turkey, law enforcement authorities have apprehended a 37-year-old suspect. The incident, which occurred in the Ucevler neighborhood on Durmus Street in the Nilufer district, led to Ekram’s fatal injuries as emergency services responded to the scene.
Reports suggest that Ekram, who was seven months pregnant at the time of the incident, tragically did not survive the fall. In the aftermath of her demise, her spouse, also aged 37, was taken into custody on suspicion of both her death and substance abuse.
Forensic experts were deployed to the location by authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ekram’s fall, encompassing both the interior and exterior of the property.
The investigation into the tragic incident is ongoing, with authorities exploring all potential scenarios leading to Ekram’s untimely death. Ekram’s body has been transferred to the Bursa Forensic Medicine Institute for a post-mortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of her demise.
In a public statement, Ekram’s mother-in-law expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasizing the special bond she shared with Ekram. The statement conveyed heartfelt sentiments, describing Ekram not just as a daughter-in-law but as a beloved daughter.
The unfortunate incident involving Ekram’s passing has prompted increased attention to the rising number of women fatalities in Turkey. Activist group ‘We Will Stop Femicide’ has been actively monitoring and reporting on such cases, highlighting the concerning trend of violence against women in the country.
Reports from the organization indicate that 215 women lost their lives in the first seven months of 2026, drawing attention to the pressing issue of femicide following Turkey’s withdrawal from the Istanbul Convention in July 2021. The convention mandated thorough investigations into violent deaths of women, a measure that is now lacking in the absence of official data on such incidents from Turkish authorities.
With the responsibility of collecting critical data falling on groups like ‘We Will Stop Femicide’, the organization reported 294 women being killed by men in 2025, with an additional 297 deaths categorized as “suspicious.” Despite calls for procedural changes, there are concerns that government actions may not effectively address the issue of femicide.
Noted women’s rights campaigner and physician Gulsum Kav highlighted the need for improved investigative procedures in cases of suspicious deaths, emphasizing the importance of thorough autopsies and evidence collection at crime scenes. The ongoing debate underscores the challenges in addressing and preventing femicide in Turkey amid the current legal landscape.
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