A 56-year-old worker died after being struck by a high-voltage power line while working on an aerial platform Torrejon de Ardoz, as reported by a spokesperson for 112 of the Community of Madrid. The events occurred in the region of Aldovea Palace around 10:30 a.m. this Wednesday.
The aforementioned sources explain that the worker was placed in cardiorespiratory arrest as soon as the electrocution occurred. Firefighters began basic CPR maneuvers which were continued by SUMMA112 units. Finally, after 35 minutes of maneuvers, they were unable to reverse the stop and They confirmed the death.
The local police, the national police, responsible for investigations, and a municipal ambulance from Torrejon de Ardoz.
Work accident in the Aldovea Palace district in #TorrejóndeArdoz. #SUMMA112 confirms the death of an operator by electrocution.
They were involved in the event #FirefightersCM, @policea municipal ambulance and the local police. pic.twitter.com/b2xLr0N4Yw
— 112 Community of Madrid (@112cmadrid) October 2, 2024