Chilling Video! Youth Dies After Touching Overhead Wire On Train Roof In Darbhanga
· Free Press Journal
A disturbing video from Darbhanga has gone viral on social media, showing a youth losing his life after climbing onto the roof of a moving freight train and coming into contact with an overhead electric wire.
Laheriasarai, Darbhanga, Bihar: A man climbed onto a stationary freight train and touched a live overhead wire despite people shouting for him to come down.
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According to reports, the incident occurred in Bihar when the unidentified youth was seen standing on top of a freight train coach as bystanders urged him to get down. Ignoring repeated warnings, he began walking along the roof of the coach while dangerously placing his hand close to the overhead electric line.
Moments later, the youth touched the high-voltage wire, triggering a massive spark and explosion-like flash. The horrifying scene left bystanders screaming in shock as the youth collapsed instantly on the train after the electric discharge.
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The video has since circulated widely online, drawing strong reactions from social media users. Many netizens expressed shock over the tragic incident, while some speculated that the youth may have been mentally unstable. However, authorities have not confirmed any such claims.