Two Dutch teenage brothers found dead in Istanbul hotel, father hospitalized
Two Dutch brothers, aged 15 and 17, have died while on vacation in Istanbul, Turkish authorities confirmed. Their father, who was with them at the time, remains hospitalized in critical condition.
The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs in The Hague is providing consular assistance and is in contact with the family and local officials. Turkish media reports indicate the brothers were found dead in a hotel room where they were staying with their father.
The night before, the teens reportedly ate at a restaurant in Taksim, a popular entertainment district. Their father did not dine there, according to the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet.
Hotel staff discovered the bodies the following morning after hearing what was described as unusual noises from the room.
Emergency medical responders were unable to save the brothers. Their father was found in shock and was immediately taken to the hospital.
Authorities are investigating the cause of death, with food poisoning considered a possible factor. No signs of violence were reported.
