In Ingushetia, the chief engineer of the power grid company will face trial following an incident that resulted in the death of a truck passenger caused by an electric shock. The information comes from the public prosecutor’s office.
Investigators report that on May 21 of the previous year, a truck passenger who had paused on the roadside opened the door and was electrocuted after a power line clearance issue. The distance between the vehicle and the high-voltage line was insufficient, approximately around four meters at the time. The fatal shock occurred as a result of the inadequate clearance, underscoring the need for a safe separation between vehicles stopped on road shoulders and overhead electrical infrastructure. Officials note that high-voltage lines should maintain a minimum separation of seven meters from the roadway to prevent such tragedies.
The prosecutor’s office has approved an indictment against a 43-year-old chief engineer employed by PJSC Rosseti North Caucasus, Ingushenergo, Karabulaksky Distribution District. The investigation alleges that the engineer was aware of the violations of road safety standards dating back two years, specifically in relation to the proximity of the power lines to the road, but did not take corrective action to remedy the situation. This inaction, according to the findings, contributed to the danger that ultimately culminated in a fatality. The case highlights the emphasis placed on professional duty and adherence to safety protocols within utility operations and road safety regimes.
The charges brought forward frame the incident under Part 2 of Article 109 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, which concerns causing death by negligence resulting from improper performance of one’s professional duties. The criminal case has been submitted to the Karabulak district court for adjudication, where prosecutors, investigators, and the defense will examine the sequence of events, the applicable safety regulations, and the responsible conduct of the professional involved. This prosecution underscores the accountability expected from utility workers and managers in maintaining public safety standards, particularly in relation to critical infrastructure that intersects with roadways.
Earlier reports noted related enforcement actions, including a separate incident in which a resident of Belgorod received a speeding penalty while a vehicle was undergoing tow operations. The intersection of traffic safety, emergency response, and utility infrastructure continues to be a focal point for authorities as they work to prevent repeats of similar situations and reinforce safe practices for both operators and the traveling public. The ongoing case will further clarify the degrees of responsibility and the scope of safety obligations in the context of nationwide infrastructure safety governance. (Source: Public Prosecutor’s Office, with official statements and investigative materials cited.)