A man has died in Kumasi after being electrocuted. He was trying to illegally take electricity from a power pole.
The incident happened in the Tafo area of Kumasi. Eyewitnesses reported seeing the man tampering with the electrical infrastructure.
Emergency services were called to the scene but the man had already passed away due to the severe electric shock.
The Ghana Police Service is investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
Authorities continuously warn the public against illegal power abstraction due to the life-threatening risks involved.
The Ghana National Fire Service has also advised citizens to avoid any contact with electricity infrastructure not installed by qualified personnel.
This unfortunate event underscores the dangers associated with unauthorized electrical connections.
Illegal connections can lead to electrocution, fires, and pose a significant risk to public safety.