Man critically injured after electrocution while operating oil derrick in Jones County, Mississippi

Modified Date: 
Wed, 09/16/2020 - 10:05am
Accident Date: 
Saturday, July 22, 2017

Man critically injured after Jones County electrocution

The electrocution happened at Pitts Swabbing Service on Highway 84 East when a man operating an oil derrick reportedly came into contact with a high voltage cable, according to a press release from the Jones County Fire Council. After part of the vehicle came into contact with the cable, the man was electrocuted by tens of thousands of volts and sustained significant burns.

Roadway: 
Highway 84 East
City: 
Laurel, MS

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