Man Dies of Electric Shock Near Home in North Kashmir’s Bandipora District

Ashiq Butt | 23 Aug 2024 | 03:32 PM IST | Bandipura, Breaking News, Jammu Kashmir | Follow on Google News

Man Dies of Electric Shock Near Home in North Kashmir’s Bandipora District

Man Dies of Electric Shock Near Home in North Kashmir’s Bandipora District

Key Highlights:

1. Man dies from electric shock near his home in Ashtengoo Ghat, Bandipora.
2. Victim identified as Javid Ahmad Mathanji, rushed to the hospital, declared dead.
3. Police initiate investigation; body to be handed over after legal formalities.

In a tragic incident in the Ashtengoo Ghat village of North Kashmir’s Bandipora district, a man lost his life after suffering an electric shock early on Friday morning. The incident occurred near his residence, leaving the local community in shock and grief.

The deceased, identified as Javid Ahmad Mathanji, son of Abdul Sataar Mathanji, was reportedly performing some activity near his home when the unfortunate event took place.

The sudden electric shock left him critically injured, and he was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital by concerned locals and family members. However, despite the urgent efforts to save his life, Javid was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital.

The news of Javid’s untimely death has sent waves of sorrow throughout the Ashtengoo Ghat area, as friends and neighbors gathered at his residence to offer their condolences and support to the grieving family.

Local authorities were promptly informed of the incident, and a police team arrived at the scene to investigate the circumstances surrounding the tragic death.

The police have taken cognizance of the matter and have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the exact cause and nature of the incident.

After completing the necessary medico-legal formalities, Javid Ahmad Mathanji’s body will be handed over to his family for the last rites

. The incident has raised concerns about electrical safety in the area, with many calling for increased awareness and precautionary measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.

Ashiq Butt

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