Man electrocuted, 2 injured in kite flying accidents

Victim had climbed an electricity pole to catch the kite when he suffered a fatal shock

LAHORE:

A man died and two were injured in incidents linked to kite flying in the city on Friday.

The fatal incident was reported near Sukh Nehr, where 25-year-old Ali Rashid was electrocuted while attempting to retrieve a fallen kite.

Rescue officials said the victim had climbed an electricity pole to catch the kite when he suffered a fatal shock.

The body was handed over to the family after completion of legal formalities.

A 21-year-old motorcyclist, Rafi Tanveer, was injured in Defence Phase 5 by kite string.

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