Man Electrocuted While Withdrawing Cash From ATM In Kancheepuram
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In a bizarre turn of events, a routine cash withdrawal turned dangerous in Kancheepuram on Saturday when a man got electrocuted at an ATM.
Venkatesan was not the only one. Other users soon reported similar mild shocks when pressing the keypad. Some, unwilling to take chances, began using sticks and other objects to punch in their PINs.
The incident highlights the hidden risks of faulty machines in public spaces. While Venkatesan is recovering, the episode serves as a reminder to stay alert even while performing the most ordinary of tasks like withdrawing cash.
A Shocking Experience
Venkatesan, 35, a resident of Kammala Street, had stepped into an ATM near the head post office on Railway Station Road after visiting the nearby vegetable market with his eight-year-old son. As he keyed in his PIN, he suddenly felt an electric jolt. Thinking it was nothing serious, he tried again, only to be struck harder the second time.Rushed to Hospital
The shock left Venkatesan shaken, and he was immediately rushed to the district government hospital. Doctors confirmed the electrocution but assured that the low-voltage leakage was not life-threatening.
Others Faced the Same
Venkatesan was not the only one. Other users soon reported similar mild shocks when pressing the keypad. Some, unwilling to take chances, began using sticks and other objects to punch in their PINs.Police and Bank Step In
The Vishnu Kanchi police inspected the kiosk and confirmed that the keypad area was indeed leaking current. Though the intensity was low, they wasted no time in alerting the bank to fix the fault. The bank has since been urged to carry out immediate repairs to prevent further accidents.The incident highlights the hidden risks of faulty machines in public spaces. While Venkatesan is recovering, the episode serves as a reminder to stay alert even while performing the most ordinary of tasks like withdrawing cash.
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