A 35-year-old man was injured after coming into contact with a live wire while working on the roof of a transport shop in Ulhasnagar. The injured has been identified as Santosh Athaw, a labourer and resident of Ulhasnagar, who lives with his family.
The incident took place on May 20 when Athaw was installing plastic sheets on the roof and accidentally touched a high-tension wire passing overhead.
Locals rushed to the spot after witnessing the incident. They immediately rescued him and took him to a nearby hospital, where his treatment is ongoing. Police said doctors later referred him to J J Hospital in Mumbai for further treatment.
Officers from the Central Police Station reached the site and began an investigation.
Shankar Awatade, senior police inspector from the Central Police Station, said, “We received information about a man who came into contact with a live wire. He is in J J Hospital in Mumbai, and his treatment is ongoing. So far, no case has been filed. However, we are conducting inquiries regarding the incident.”
