US: Man dies of electric shock after jumping into Lake Lanier, investigation launched

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Lake Lanier in Forsyth County, Georgia, where a 24-year-old man, Thomas Miner, lost his life after reportedly jumping off a dock into the lake and being shocked by electricity in the water. The incident was reported to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, When Thomas Miner was shocked in the water, a family friend nearby tried to rescue him using a ladder. Unfortunately, their efforts were unsuccessful. However, neighbors who witnessed the incident quickly responded to the emergency. One person jumped into the water to help Thomas but felt a burning sensation, confirming the presence of electric current in the lake.

As the situation escalated, the individual who jumped into the water managed to swim ashore and turned off the power box before returning to the water to pull Thomas Miner onto the dock. Thomas' uncle tried to perform life-saving measures until medical responders arrived at the scene. He was then rushed to Northside Forsyth Hospital, but despite the efforts, Thomas was declared dead.

The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the electric charge in the water and the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities are likely examining the electrical systems near the lake and the dock to identify any potential hazards.

Electric charge in water can be caused by various factors, including faulty electrical equipment or underwater electrical sources. In this case, it appears that there might have been an electrical issue near the dock or in the water itself, leading to the unfortunate accident.

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