A man lost his life after accidentally coming into contact with a low-hanging live power line while out for a jog in Cumbria. The father of the deceased has criticized the energy company responsible for the faulty power cable, stating that they showed little compassion towards the family’s loss.

The coroner’s inquest determined that the tragic incident was the result of a rare and complex set of circumstances rather than negligence on the part of Electricity North West (ENWL), the company managing the power supply in the area. Despite this finding, the victim’s father, Malcolm, remains dissatisfied with the investigation outcome, claiming that ENWL failed to take adequate preventive measures.

Malcolm expressed disappointment in the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) for what he perceives as neglect in ensuring public safety. Following the fatal accident, a report highlighted a flaw in the power line system that went unreported, leading to the fatal electrocution.

In response, ENWL has initiated measures to address the issue, including replacing faulty insulators and conducting patrols to prevent similar incidents. The company has expressed condolences to the victim’s family and emphasized the unforeseeable nature of the events that led to the tragedy.

Malcolm criticized the industry as a whole for not taking sufficient responsibility and is considering legal action against ENWL. The ongoing efforts by the energy supplier aim to enhance safety protocols and prevent such accidents in the future.