Tragic electrocution leaves four dead in Jalpaiguri district

Tragedy struck West Bengal’s Jalpaiguri district when four family members were electrocuted after coming in contact with a live wire. The incident occurred in Takimari in the evening, according to police reports.

The victims were identified as Paresh Das (60), his wife Dipali, son Mithun (30) and grandson Suman (2). It all started when Mithun tried to save their cow from a live wire that was submerged in water outside their cowshed. While trying to save him, he was electrocuted.

Hearing Mithun’s screams, Paresh and Dipali rushed to help, but were also electrocuted. Suman, who was with Dipali, also died in the incident. Mithun’s wife was apparently not at home at the time. The bodies were sent for post-mortem examinations.

(With input from agencies.)