A 57-year-old man named Neville Murray was electrocuted while cutting branches from a tree in Runaway Bay, St Ann. Murray, a groundsman from Coxheath, died as a result of the incident.
The police are reporting that a 57-year-old man was electrocuted while cutting branches from a tree in Runaway Bay in St Ann on Saturday. Dead is Neville Murray, a 57-year-old groundsman from Coxheath in Runaway Bay.
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A tragic incident occurred in Runaway Bay, St Ann on Saturday, resulting in the electrocution of a 57-year-old man. Neville Murray, a groundsman from Coxheath, lost his life while attempting to cut branches from a tree. The local police have confirmed the incident and are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to reports, Murray was carrying out his duties as a groundsman when the accident took place. It is believed that he came into contact with live electrical wires while cutting the branches. Emergency services were called to the scene, but unfortunately, Murray could not be revived and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The news of Murray’s untimely demise has shocked the community of Runaway Bay, where he was well-known and respected. Friends and neighbors have expressed their condolences to his family, remembering him as a hardworking and dedicated individual.
Electrical accidents can be extremely dangerous and have the potential to cause severe injuries or even fatalities. It serves as a reminder for individuals to exercise caution and seek professional assistance when dealing with potentially hazardous situations involving electricity.
The police investigation will aim to determine the exact cause of the incident and whether any safety protocols were breached. The outcome of the investigation will help prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future..