Driver Killed After Striking Power Lines
A worker who sustained a massive 11,000-volt shock from a power line when his lorry made contact with overhead electricity lines has subsequently died of his injuries.
The deceased Johnny Davies aged 46 lost his life following a heart attack at the scene, although emergency personal managed to revive him at the time. He was then rushed to hospital where he was treated for the heart attack as well as multiple severe burns to his body. Unfortunately, he eventually succumbed to his injuries after a week in intensive care at Selly Oak hospital Birmingham.
The hospital informed the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) of the man’s demise and subsequently the organisation has stepped up is already ongoing investigation into the incident which occurred in Badsey, near Evesham.
In addition, the South Worcestershire police are working in combination with the HSE and both organisations are preparing a report to submit to the city coroner in order to get to the root cause of Mr. Davies death.
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