Liberian diplomat jumps to death at Istanbul Airport

A Liberian diplomat, identified as Aberkah Samuel Kkwame, has committed suicide in a shocking incident by jumping from Istanbul International Airport's departure area from a height of about 25 meters (82.02 feet).

The incident happened in front of Gate No. 2 at Istanbul Airport's domestic passenger entrance at midday on Tuesday, November, 22.

The Liberian national, 50 along with his wife and two children, entered the domestic departures terminal of the airport by taxi, then unexpectedly stepped out and jumped from a height of 25 meters in front of his wife and kids, according to reports.

He died after falling on the concrete floor. The dead body was transported to the forensic institute for analysis after police and paramedics were called to the site. 

The Liberian diplomat could not be saved despite all the efforts deployed by the medical teams arriving at the scene.

Istanbul police opened an investigation to find out the motive behind the suicide.

Liberia, officially the Republic of Liberia, is a West African country with a population of around 5 million. English is the official language, but over 20 indigenous languages are spoken in the country.