Forest Beat Officer Dies of Electric Shock

A tragic incident occurred in Burgampahad mandal of Bhadradri Kothagudem district, where Forest Department Beat Officer Naveen died after suffering an electric shock. The incident reportedly took place in the Singaram West Beat area while he was on duty. Naveen was allegedly checking for an electric trap set by poachers to hunt wild animals when he came into contact with the live wire.

Naveen had reportedly gone to the area with other staff members at around 9 pm as part of his duty. He suffered a fatal electric shock and died in the incident. His body was shifted to the government hospital in Bhadrachalam. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.