21-Year-Old Seriously Injured by Electric Shock at Penzing Station

A police spokesperson stated that the 21-year-old man was able to stand up on his own after the electric shock. A companion informed the police officers that they wanted to take a shortcut and therefore went onto the tracks. The 21-year-old then climbed onto the wagon. A witness also confirmed that the man was on the wagon.

21-Year-Old in Stable Condition After Electric Shock at Penzing Station

The man suffered extensive burns, according to the rescue services. He is now in stable condition, the treating hospital informed APA on Friday upon request. The man is currently being treated as an inpatient, it was reported on Friday. The victim is said to have been thrown from the wagon by the electric shock on Thursday evening. However, according to a police spokesperson, he was still able to stand up on his own afterwards. A companion reported to the officers that the two wanted to take a shortcut. Therefore, they went onto the tracks and the 21-year-old climbed onto the wagon, it was said. A witness also confirmed that the man was on the wagon.

Electric Shock Possible Without Contact

The ÖBB pointed out in a written statement to APA on Friday that "unauthorized entry into railway facilities is strictly prohibited and life-threatening. The railway operates with heavy equipment, high speeds, and a voltage of 15,000 volts. If you get too close to the live overhead line, a voltage arc can occur even without contact," it was stated.

(APA/Red)

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