A man has reportedly survived electrocution while allegedly attempting to steal a cable wire.
The incident was revealed in a viral post on X, formerly known as Twitter, sparking widespread reactions.
In the circulating footage, the man was seen after his failed theft attempt, with his body severely burned from the electric shock. The aftermath showed shocked residents gathering around, visibly stunned by his condition.
As the video spread online, many concerned individuals took to the comments section to share their thoughts and reactions.
See some reactions below:
@GokuKnocks: “If he thinks that’s painful, he’s going to pass out when he takes his first bath or shower.”
@Sbusiso_Rza: “Eskom always warns this criminal about the effects of cable theft, there are always consequences for wrongdoings.”
@pshift846: “Always be cautious when it comes to electricity, especially high voltages. This guy clearly didn’t know what he was doing.”
@JakeThuggin: “Shey una Dey laugh am. This is sad bro.”
@h_sinner001: “Dear future transformer thieves, Electricity go whine you but no panic.”
@SagewaseSouthAh: “Fried him into a Para😭😭😭 stripped him in the process.”
@JustUncleBae: “If he is looking like this on the outside, how do his organs look like inside.”
@moyo_mrb: “I wonder what he’s saying to himself after a mission failed.”
Video below(Viewers discretion is advised):
😅 Electricity defends itself the dude was fried properly pic.twitter.com/7LyjfnSnYi
— Sigujana 🧃 (@Sigujana_ZA) February 28, 2025
