A 13-year-old boy has died following an electrical accident at a family property in Holonga on Saturday, 7 February, Tonga Police have confirmed.
According to a police statement, the incident occurred at a chicken coop located on the family’s land.
Police said the boy came into contact with an exposed electrical source.
Family members immediately rushed him to hospital, but he was later pronounced dead by the attending doctor.
Tonga Police conveyed their condolences to the grieving family, acknowledging the difficulty of their loss.
Authorities also used the opportunity to remind the public about the importance of maintaining safe electrical systems.
Police urged households to ensure all electrical installations are properly maintained and to report any unsafe conditions to the relevant authorities.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
