A tragic incident in Leslie has left one teenager dead and another recovering in the hospital after they came into contact with a downed power line Tuesday evening. Fox 47 News spoke with Leslie Police Chief Evan Bennehoff about what happened Wednesday morning.
• A 14-year-old boy died and a 15-year-old boy is recovering after both were electrocuted by a downed wire in Leslie. • The incident occurred Tuesday around 5:45 p.m. behind Worthington Apartments near Race Street. • Authorities are conducting an ongoing investigation into the cause of the electrocution.
WATCH: Teen dies after electrical shock incident in Leslie
UPDATE: Teen dies after electrical shock incident in Leslie
The teens were walking on a path when they encountered the hazardous situation…