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Electric wire falls near house, injures 2 women; buffalo

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Press Trust of India Greater Noida
Two women suffered burn injuries while a woman was killed when a high-tension wire fell near a farmer's house here today afternoon, police said.

The electric wire fell near farmer Om Prakash's house in Achhepur village.

His wife and daughter-in-law got electric shock and suffered injuries, an official said adding that they were admitted at a private hospital.

A buffalo owned by the farmer died on the spot.

Rabupura SHO Rajvir Singh Chauhan said that investigations were on in the matter.

"The power distribution agency officials have been called. Villagers have demanded action against the company and compensation for the victims. On getting a written complaint, an FIR will be lodged," he said.

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First Published: Dec 14 2017 | 8:30 PM IST

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