GRAB POWERLINE STRIKE UPDATE

Workman fails to survive 11kv powerline strike

The 46-year-old workman who’s lorry grab struck on overhead powerline has failed to survive.Worcestershire Police has now confirmed that he “died as a result of his injuries and the Coroner has been made aware”. Mr Davies was operating the grab arm of a lorry when it came into contact with an overhead powerline causing a heart attack and extensive burns. HSE Inspectors have visited the site and are assisting police with their investigation.