Two men working on a fence in Massel Road, Beyers Park, have been electrocuted this afternoon (November 19).
According to Ross Campbell, ER24 spokesperson, one of the men, believed to be in his late 50s, sustained fatal injuries and the other serious injuries.
“ER24 paramedics arrived on the scene at 12.25pm to find another service already administering CPR on the older man.
“It is alleged that he came into contact with a live pole next to the fence,” said Campbell.
“The second man, believed to be in his 20s, attempted to assist him but was then also electrocuted. The older man’s condition unfortunately deteriorated and he was declared dead on the scene.
“The younger man was transported to a private hospital in the area for further care.”
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