Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Hindu
The Hindu
National
The Hindu Bureau

‘Thief’ attempting to flee electrocuted

A suspected burglar who broke into a house at Kompally in Pet Basheerabad police limits, allegedly died of electrocution after coming in contact with a solar electrified fence while fleeing on Monday night.

According to a complaint by a resident near St. Anthony’s School, the lock of her house was broken and things in the bedroom were scattered, when she saw in the morning.

It was suspected that the man, who broke into the house might have tried to flee after sensing danger. After climbing the high wall he could have come in contact with the electrical fence and fell in the bushes outside, the police suspect.

The man aged around 30 years is yet to be identified. His body has been shifted to Gandhi Hospital for further procedure, the police said.

The police said they could not trace any CCTV captures in the area. A case was registered.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.