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"Selfie"-related electrocution.

Drazen Cuculic1, Ivan Sosa2

  • 1Department of Forensic Medicine and criminalistics, University of Rijeka Faculty of Medicine, Brace Branchetta 20, 51 000, Rijeka, Croatia.

Forensic Science, Medicine, and Pathology
|January 17, 2019
PubMed
Summary

Electrocution from electrical injuries is a rare but serious risk, particularly for teenagers engaging in risky behaviors like taking selfies near railway wagons. This case highlights the potential for fatal electrocution even with parked trains.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Public Health
  • Accident Prevention

Background:

  • Electrical injuries represent a small but significant cause of burn trauma and fatalities.
  • Teenagers exhibit the highest accidental death rates across all age groups.
  • The practice of taking "selfies" has been linked to rare, fatal accidents, including electrocution.

Observation:

  • A case report details two young individuals who were electrocuted while attempting to take selfies on the roof of a parked railway wagon.
  • One individual tragically died at the scene, while the other survived the incident.

Findings:

  • Electrocution is a potential hazard associated with parked railway wagons, not just moving trains.
  • Selfie-taking behavior among young people can lead to severe electrical injuries and fatalities.
Keywords:
Accidental deathElectrocutionRailSelfie takingSelfiesYouth

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Implications:

  • This case underscores the need for increased awareness and safety education regarding electrical hazards, particularly around railway environments.
  • Public health initiatives should address the risks associated with dangerous selfie trends among adolescents.
  • Preventive measures and warnings are crucial to mitigate electrocution risks in young populations near electrical infrastructure.