A man has lost his life in a failed attempt to steal armored cables from a transformer in Aba, Abia State.
A video of the incident, which has been widely circulated on social media, shows the man lying motionless atop the transformer after being fatally electrocuted.
Residents gathered around the scene, visibly stunned by the tragic outcome.
Reports indicate that the attempted theft took place in an undisclosed area within Aba.
The exact circumstances surrounding how the man accessed the transformer remain unclear, but it appears he was electrocuted instantly while trying to cut through the high-voltage cables.
Social media users have had mixed reactions to the incident. While some expressed sympathy, others viewed it as a consequence of criminal activity.
The footage has fueled discussions about vandalism and the dangers associated with tampering with electrical installations.
Authorities are expected to address the issue, as cable theft continues to be a major problem affecting power supply in various parts of Nigeria.
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Is better to kpai on top of a woman than to die on too a transformer while trying to steal armoured cables
This happened around obohia road in aba
He died during operations
Died on duty #obohia pic.twitter.com/qSnWIAJ8r8
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Source: NewsandVibes.com