Al Ain boy, 8, dies after electric shock from water cooler
Al Ain: An eight-year-old boy died after suffering an electric shock when he came into contact with a water cooler near a park in Al Ain, in a tragedy that has left his family, school and community in mourning and renewed concerns about electrical safety. Walid Khaled, an Arab expatriate child, had spent the day preparing for the start of the new school year. Family members said he had packed his…
Al Ain: An eight-year-old boy named Walid Khaled tragically lost his life after experiencing an electric shock from a water cooler while playing with friends in a local park. The incident, which unfolded near his family's residence, has left his community in shock and brought attention to the importance of electrical safety. Walid had been preparing for the beginning of the new school year, filled with excitement about his school supplies and upcoming activities.
However, his joy quickly turned to grief when his older brother alerted the family that their younger sibling had collapsed on the ground. Upon arriving at the scene, paramedics rushed Walid to the hospital, where it was confirmed that he had succumbed to his injuries. His younger brother, Ahmed, recounted how one of their friends had unknowingly touched the water cooler, causing the unfortunate accident.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, the community has rallied around Walid's family and school, expressing condolences and offering support during this difficult time.
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