Electrician dies after electric shock while maintaining farm in the interior of SP
A 36-year-old electrician died after suffering an electric shock while working in Botucatu, São Paulo.
Leonardo Rafael Lúcio de Aragão, a 36-year-old electrician, tragically lost his life after experiencing an electric shock on Wednesday afternoon while performing maintenance at a farm in Botucatu, São Paulo. According to the police report, he was working on behalf of CPFL Paulista and was conducting maintenance near the Geraldo de Barros Highway (SP-304) when the incident occurred. Emergency services confirmed that he died at the scene shortly after the accident.
The event has been classified as an accidental death, and the local police have opened an investigation to determine the precise circumstances surrounding the accident. CPFL Paulista expressed sorrow over the incident and indicated that they are providing support to Aragão's family during this difficult time. The tragic news has resonated within the local community, highlighting the dangers that electricians and other workers face on the job.
Funeral services for Aragão are being held at the Botucatu Funeral Complex, where his burial is also scheduled to take place. This incident raises awareness about workplace safety and the importance of adhering to safety protocols, especially in high-risk jobs like electrical work that could lead to fatal accidents without proper precautions.