PATUAKHALI: A construction worker was electrocuted at the sub-registry office in Baufal upazila on Saturday morning.

The deceased was identified as Ali Akbar.
 
Witnesses said Akbar came in contact with a live electric wire while giving connection to a motor.

Critically injured, Akbar was rushed to the Upazila Health Complex where the on-duty doctor declared him dead.

BDST 1715 hrs June 26, 2010
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