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Man electrocuted in suspected cable theft at third-party electrical installation in Klang, says TNB

SHAH ALAM, Oct 5 — An electrical accident that left a man dead at a 33kV link box along Jalan Abas in Kapar, Klang...

Man electrocuted in suspected cable theft at third-party electrical installation in Klang, says TNB

An unfortunate electrical accident has claimed the life of a man in Klang today, according to Tenaga Nasional Bhd (TNB). The incident occurred at a third-party electrical installation on Jalan Abas in Kapar, Klang, around 10am. TNB was promptly informed of the incident and sent a team of technicians to the location. According to TNB, the incident is suspected to be linked to cable theft, which is considered vandalism.

The company pledged to cooperate fully with the authorities during their investigation into the matter. The Klang Utara district police chief confirmed that a man in his 40s was found dead after being electrocuted. The victim's body was discovered by members of the public who alerted the authorities. TNB issued a warning to the public against tampering with, opening, or approaching any electrical installations, as doing so could lead to severe injury or death.

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