A married couple died in a tragic electrocution incident in the Karandawetiya area in Awulegama, Wariyapola early this morning (10), Wariyapola Police said.
The deceased have been identified as S.M. Devasiri (61) and E.M. Karunawathi (60), residents of Karandawetiya, Tennakoongama, who were parents of four children.
Key Points
- The tragedy occurred early this morning in Karandawetiya, Awulegama, Wariyapola
- The victims were identified as 61-year-old S.M. Devasiri and 60-year-old E.M. Karunawathi
- The electrocution happened while attempting to switch off a light on an electricity post outside their home
- Allegations raised against the CEB over an earth wire wound around the post
How the incident happened and allegations raised
Relatives said both individuals suffered an electric shock when they went to switch off a light bulb fixed onto an electricity post located in front of their home this morning. They blame the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) for the incident.
Residents pointed out that the accident occurred due to an earth wire that had been wrapped around the electricity post. It is reported that following an earlier break in the main line's earth wire along the road near the house, a CEB team had wrapped it around this post and left. Although it had remained in that state for several days, no harm had been caused until now.
