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Naqvi takes notice of deaths caused by electrocution in swimming pool

Naqvi takes notice of deaths caused by electrocution in swimming pool

Pakistan

Two people lost their lives due to electrocuting while taking bath in a swimming pool

LAHORE (Dunya News) - Punjab interim chief minister Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday took notice of the deaths of two youth due to current in the swimming pool in the limits of Gujarpura police station.

The CM expressed regret over the incident and also sought a report from the Lahore commissioner.

Meanwhile, Lahore deputy commissioner and SSP also visited the site and ordered action against those responsible for the negligence.

Earlier, two people lost their lives due to electrocuting while taking bath in a swimming pool in Lahore.

The sad incident took place in Karwal Ghati area of Gujjarpura when a sudden electric shock claimed the lives of two people.

The police and rescue teams rushed to the site and tried to save the lives, but to no avail. 

Police officials said evidence was being collected from the site, adding the swimming pool owner Yousaf was being interrogated.