In Saratov, investigators reported that a man in need lost his life after climbing onto the wires of a nearby power line, according to the regional SU SK press service. The incident underscores the dangers posed by high-voltage infrastructure in urban areas and the tragic consequences that can follow risky actions near electrical equipment.
Preliminary data indicate that on March 12, 2023, a 31-year-old man approached a five-story residential building on Bolshaya Gornaya Street. Eyewitnesses described him as being in an unstable state, with behavior suggesting impaired judgment. In an act that drew the attention of onlookers, he attempted to scale the building roof and then proceeded toward the power line wires. He was unable to maintain his grip and fell, dying at the scene from the impact and exposure to electrical hazards.
Residents called emergency services, and police units arrived to secure the area and begin an on-site investigation. Authorities stated that the incident is being thoroughly examined to determine the sequence of events, assess any contributing factors, and establish the conditions that led to the fall and tragedy.
The report also references a separate, earlier incident in which an 11-year-old boy in the Orenburg region suffered a fatal electric shock while on the roof of an abandoned house, highlighting ongoing concerns about safety around derelict structures and electrical installations. Local officials emphasize the importance of maintaining safe distances from power infrastructure and the need for ongoing public awareness campaigns to prevent similar tragedies.