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A suspected cable thief met his untimely death after being electrocuted at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) substation at Adoato in the Ashanti Region.
The incident, which occurred in the early hours of Saturday, April 19, 2025, has plunged parts of Greater Kumasi and surrounding areas into darkness.
The deceased, believed to be in his late 30s, was allegedly attempting to steal electrical cables when he was fatally shocked.
His body was discovered at the scene, highlighting the deadly risks associated with illegal interference in power infrastructure.
According to ECG officials, this is not the first time the Adoato substation has been targeted by thieves.
In a previous attack, cable thieves succeeded in stealing vital components, severely compromising the stability of electricity supply in the area.
In an interview with Atinka News, the Public Relations Officer for ECG Ashanti West, Mr. Benjamin Obeng Antwi, condemned the recurring acts and warned of the serious consequences such illegal activities pose — not just to individuals involved, but to entire communities relying on uninterrupted power.
He further urged the public to remain vigilant and support the ECG in safeguarding its installations.
The ECG has reiterated its commitment to restoring power to affected areas as quickly as possible and is working closely with law enforcement to clamp down on cable theft.
The grim incident serves as a sobering warning to others and reignites public conversation about protecting critical national infrastructure from theft.
Ghana|Atinkaonline.com|Sofoba Kwame Afrifa