Darıca siblings found dead on coast; investigation continues

Darıca Sakar siblings drowning investigation Kocaeli Coast Guard

Authorities in Darıca, Kocaeli, are investigating the mysterious deaths of three siblings—Gülşah (24), Muhammed Ali (17), and Belinay Sakar (15)—whose bodies were found along the coast of Şehit Cevher Dudayev Park.

Initial autopsy reports from the Gebze Forensic Medicine Institute indicated no signs of physical assault, struggle, or weapon-related injuries. Preliminary findings suggest drowning may be the cause of death, noting pressure-related bleeding in one sibling's ears and blood in the nose.

A fourth sibling, Bilgenur Sakar, who was initially reported missing, was located safe in a different area away from the sea. Police are questioning her to help clarify the events leading up to the deaths.

Security footage from August 20 shows the three siblings walking together toward the coast at 03:49, appearing to be in good spirits and walking arm-in-arm. The investigation is also examining digital evidence, including mobile phones and computers seized from the scene. The Sakar family is facing additional tragedy, as it was revealed they lost another child to drowning approximately 10 years ago.

Entities

Belinay Sakar · Bilgenur Sakar · Darıca · Gebze Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığı · Gülşah Sakar · Kocaeli · Muhammed Ali Sakar · Şehit Cevher Dudayev Parkı Sahili

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[● 8 SOURCES] A fourth sibling, Bilgenur Sakar, was found alive in a different location away from the sea. www.hakkarihabertv.com · www.konyaninsesi.com.tr · www.takagazete.com.tr · www.haberts.com · www.ortadogugazetesi.com · +3 more
[● 11 SOURCES] Three siblings, Gülşah (24), Muhammed Ali (17), and Belinay Sakar (15), were found dead on the coast of Darıca, Kocaeli. www.hakkarihabertv.com · www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.konyaninsesi.com.tr · www.takagazete.com.tr · www.haber16.com · +6 more
[● 3 SOURCES] Security footage captured the three siblings walking together toward the coast at 03:49 on August 20. www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.haberts.com · www.tgrthaber.com
[● 4 SOURCES] The Sakar family previously lost another child to drowning in the sea approximately 10 years ago. www.hakkarihabertv.com · www.son.tv · halktv.com.tr · www.bolgegundem.com.tr
[● 11 SOURCES] Initial autopsy findings showed no signs of physical assault, struggle, or weapon wounds. www.hakkarihabertv.com · www.avrupagazete.co.uk · www.konyaninsesi.com.tr · www.haber16.com · www.haberts.com · +6 more