Expert Testimony Highlights Key Factors in Kocaş Nightclub Fire
In the ongoing legal proceedings regarding the March 16, 2025, fire at the Pulse nightclub in Kocaş, expert testimony has shed light on the complex circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Aleksandar Stankov, director of the Institute of Legal Medicine, presented his findings today, detailing the primary characteristics of the fire and its impact on the victims. Stankov explained that the fire’s dynamics mirrored those observed in numerous enclosed space fires, with carbon monoxide playing a significant and dominant role.
Contributing factors included the presence of smoke, intense heat, and the potential for chaos resulting from a fatal event. Overcrowding within the venue was also identified as a relevant element. Medical documentation reviewed by the expert categorized injuries sustained by the over 200 individuals affected.
These injuries were broadly classified into three categories: burns – ranging from first to third degree – most commonly affecting the head, neck, chest, upper limbs, and spine; injuries resulting from inhalation damage to the respiratory system; and significant mechanical injuries. The legal team is utilizing this expert testimony as part of the investigation into the cause and circumstances of the devastating fire. The Institute of Legal Medicine’s involvement underscores the critical role of forensic medicine in these proceedings.
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