A teenage boy has tragically died after being electrocuted.
Officers from Lancashire Police were called to Runshaw Hall Lane in Euxton, Chorley, shortly after 6pm on Saturday following a report of a child being seriously injured.
Police, paramedics and fire service attended but sadly the young man, aged 17, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two other teenagers who were involved in the incident were not seriously hurt, police said.
The 17-year-old hasn't been named at this stage.
An investigation is underway and remains in the early stages, but it is believed they may have touched an overhead electrical line with a metal pole.
Insp John McNamara, of Lancashire Police, said: “This appalling incident has led to the tragic death of a young man and my thoughts are first and foremost with his family and loved ones at this time.
"The family are being supported by specially trained officers.
“An investigation is underway and remains in its very early stages but I would appeal to anyone who has any information to get i touch with us by calling 101 and quoting log 1241 of March 6 th .”
