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Two Men Bailed as Probe Continues into Farm Electrocution That Injured Teen

A joint inquiry by North Yorkshire Police with the Health and Safety Executive is probing potential electrical safety breaches after the accident

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Overview

  • A teenage boy remains hospitalized in serious condition after suffering suspected electrocution injuries at a Holme Lane farm near Seamer on July 29
  • Two men aged 47 and 71 who were arrested in connection with the incident have been released on bail pending further inquiry
  • The criminal investigation aims to establish how the accident occurred and whether statutory electrical safety regulations were breached
  • Emergency crews from Yorkshire Ambulance Service and two Great North Air Ambulance Service helicopters provided on-scene treatment and a rapid airlift to hospital
  • Authorities have appealed for witnesses to contact North Yorkshire Police or Crimestoppers with information under reference 12250140745