Vihiga: Man dies after falling from electric pole in Luanda

A man has died after falling from an electric pole in Luanda, Vihiga County.

The man, according to the authorities, died while undergoing treatment at Coptic Hospital.

It is reported that the man climbed the pole, intending to steal electric wires.

He however suffered severe injuries from the fall as the pole collapsed.

Police dispersed irate locals who had gathered to subject the man to mob justice.

Esanda Assistant Chief Aston Okwemba warned against vandalizing power lines as it risks plunging the community into darkness.