An Italian student who survived the bomb attack in Istanbul, Turkey, told of his horror after reaching safety.
At least six people were killed and more than 81 injured in what is being treated as a terror attack after a huge blast hit Istanbul’s busiest shopping street.
Dramatic CCTV footage showed the moment when the bomb detonated, sending a fireball ripping through the street as pedestrians ran away.
In another video, an overturned pram can be seen lying on the pavement with children appearing to be among those injured.
Ali Yerlikaya, the governor of Istanbul, said that the explosion took place after 4pm local time (1pm GMT), killing at least six people and injuring 81 more.
Speaking to the Mirror a few hours after the attack, Massimo D’Angelo, 30, said he feels lucky to be alive after walking down Istiklal Avenue when a bomb detonated.
