A 20-year-old man has died after being electrocuted while attempting to hoist a Brazilian flag in Manikganj Sadar upazila.
The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon (9 June) in the Bhatbaur area of Dighi Union, according to police and local residents. The deceased has been identified as Faisal Hossain, 20, son of Munnu Mia from the same locality. He was employed as a worker at the local Tasnuva Filling Station.
Police and eyewitness accounts state that Faisal Hossain, an enthusiastic supporter of the Brazilian national football team, climbed an mango tree located within the premises of the filling station shortly before evening. He was attempting to place a Brazilian flag at the top of the tree.
During the act, he inadvertently came into contact with a nearby live electricity line. The contact resulted in an immediate electric shock. Following the shock, he fell from the tree to the ground.
Local residents quickly rushed to his aid after noticing the incident. He was found in a critically injured condition and was transported to Manikganj Sadar Hospital. However, the attending doctors on duty declared him dead upon arrival.
Authorities confirmed that the incident was reported to Manikganj Sadar Police Station shortly after it occurred. Police officers visited the scene and prepared an inquest report as part of the preliminary investigation. Legal procedures related to the incident are currently underway.
The tragedy has highlighted the dangers associated with overhead electrical lines in residential and semi-commercial areas, particularly when individuals climb trees or elevated structures near power infrastructure. Such incidents have been recorded in different parts of the country in similar circumstances, often involving accidental contact with exposed or low-hanging electrical wires.
Incident Summary
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of deceased | Faisal Hossain |
| Age | 20 years |
| Father’s name | Munnu Mia |
| Occupation | Worker at Tasnuva Filling Station |
| Location of incident | Bhatbaur area, Dighi Union, Manikganj Sadar |
| Date and time | Tuesday, 9 June (afternoon) |
| Activity at time of incident | Attempting to hoist a Brazilian flag on a mango tree |
| Cause of death | Electrocution after contact with live electricity line |
| Immediate response | Rescued by locals and taken to Manikganj Sadar Hospital |
| Hospital outcome | Declared dead by attending doctors |
| Police action | Scene visit and inquest report prepared |
According to police statements, the matter is being processed under standard legal and investigative procedures. No further details regarding formal findings have been released at this stage.
The incident has drawn attention to safety concerns surrounding electrical installations near trees and public-access areas, where accidental contact can pose significant risk, particularly during activities involving climbing or outdoor installations.
