Man dies in suspected cable theft at Kota Tinggi power substation

The discovery was made in the early hours of the morning when the man was found electrocuted beside the TNB facility in the Kota Tinggi area. Initial investigations by police and TNB personnel suggest the fatality occurred during an apparent attempt to pilfer high-voltage cables from the substation.

Responders arrived at the scene to find the body showing signs of electrical injury. The circumstances indicate the man may have made contact with live electrical components while attempting to remove cables, resulting in the fatal electrocution.

The incident marks another case of illegal cable theft in the region, a persistent problem that poses significant risks to would-be thieves while also threatening public safety and disrupting power supply to communities. TNB and local authorities have intensified efforts to secure substations and deter such criminal activity.

Police are continuing investigations to identify the deceased and determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident. The case has been classified pending further forensic examination and witness statements, if any are forthcoming.