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Police in Lagos confirms electrocution of two EKEDC staff
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the electrocution of two members of staff of the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) in Lagos State.
“In the process, another colleague named Sunday Awaruwa, 48 years old, who tried to rescue the victim was also electrocuted.
“Their remains were deposited at the IDH Morgue, Yaba for autopsy. Meanwhile, investigation is in progress,” the Lagos police PPRO said.
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