Cebu Daily Watch

ELECTROCUTED ON VALENTINE'S DAY

A 16-year-old male was electrocuted to death on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2025, at 11:58 p.m. near Heritage Plaza in the Poblacion area of Sibonga, Cebu.

The victim, identified as John, was from Sitio Manga, Barangay Bahay, Sibonga, Cebu.

Based on initial investigation, the local government unit organized a Valentine's Day party disco at the covered court in the area. The victim, accompanied by his friends, was walking toward the event when he accidentally stepped into an electric junction box. His right foot came in contact with the box, resulting in electrocution.

The victim was immediately rushed to Deiparine Community Hospital for treatment. However, he was declared dead by the attending physician. | via DVG