There was a stampede in the subway before Kanye West’s Istanbul concert

ISTANBUL (AA) – Before the Istanbul concert of world-famous rap artist Kanye West, there was congestion in the city's public transportation lines.

ISTANBUL (AA) – Before the Istanbul concert of world-famous rap artist Kanye West, there was congestion in the city’s public transportation lines. As the concert time approached, thousands of people who wanted to go to the Ataturk Olympic Stadium flocked to the metro stations. A stampede occurred especially on the M9 Ataköy-Olympic Metro Line. While the platforms and corridors of the station quickly filled up, passengers had difficulty moving forward from time to time.

Long queues occurred in some areas due to the crowd at transfer points. While the escalators and stairwells at the exits leading to the stadium are completely filled, security guards and subway personnel are trying to ensure the passenger flow in a controlled manner. Music lovers who want to reach the concert area continue their excitement before the event by taking pictures and chatting with their mobile phones, despite the busyness.

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Authorities state that similar crowds may occur after the concert. – Approximately 120 thousand people are expected to attend the concert. Approximately 120 thousand people are expected to attend the concert organized by ILS Vision. The concert will include before party and after party events, as well as DJ, laser, light shows and various performances. Names such as Yener Çevik, Mavi, Sena Şener, Pera and Motive will also take the stage in the program that will continue until the morning.

While audiences from all age groups are expected to participate in the organization, children under the age of 16 can enter the event accompanied by their parents.

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