Shimoga: A tragic incident occurred in Yammehatti village near Holehonnur, Shimoga district, where a 15-year-old girl lost her life due to electrocution.

The deceased has been identified as Nisarga.

According to sources, the incident took place when Nisarga attempted to switch on the motor to fill the household water tank. She came in contact with an electric current, resulting in her immediate collapse and death on the spot.

This incident follows a similar case in Bengaluru, where a woman was electrocuted while fetching drinking water.

A case has been registered at the Holehononnur police station, and further investigation is underway.