Man passes away in Abia State while attempting to steal transformer cables, video goes viral (Watch)
A Nigerian man has died after being electrocuted while attempting to steal armored cables from a transformer in Aba, Abia State.
A video shared on X (formerly Twitter) captured the tragic moment, showing him lying lifeless atop the transformer after the fatal shock.
Residents gathered at the scene, visibly stunned by the incident, as many stood in disbelief, reacting to the grim sight.
According to the video’s description, the incident occurred at an unspecified location in Aba, Abia State.
After the post went viral, concerned individuals filled the comment section with reactions to the tragic incident.
Watch the video and see reactions below;
Is better to kpai on top of a woman than to die on too a transformer while trying to steal armoured cables
This happened around obohia road in aba
He died during operations
Died on duty #obohia pic.twitter.com/qSnWIAJ8r8
— KEPUKEPU TV 📺 (@kepukepunews) March 28, 2025
Is better to kpai on top of a woman than to die on too a transformer while trying to steal armoured cables
This happened around obohia road in aba
He died during operations
Wicked soul, The Abia state government is working and some people want to jeopardize it…He needs to be burnt 🔥 for the second time.”
@Goddyofmosthigh: “may this be the lot of every transormer thief/vandal.”
@adaigbo_2022: “Very painful death. Good for him, may he rot in hell.”
@MunaE18490: “Very good and how I wish every evil get their pay immediately like this.”
@Nnekabusybody: “I hope he rots in hell.”