LA TINTA, GUATEMALA – A shocking incident unfolded in La Tinta, Guatemala, where a 15-year-old girl, Débora Rebeca Xi Artola, was electrocuted by a high-tension power line while dancing and taking selfies on a rooftop with her friends. The tragic event, which was captured on video by concerned locals, occurred last Thursday.
Artola and her friends were practicing dance moves on the roof of a two-story building when she accidentally came into contact with the power cable. The high voltage shock likely resulted in her immediate death. The video footage shows horrified onlookers rushing towards the building as smoke surrounded the girl’s body, which was initially resting on the cable.
In a distressing turn of events, the onlookers watched as the girl’s head was severed from her body due to the impact, causing her to fall approximately 20 feet to the pavement below. The incident has left the local community in shock and mourning.
Artola’s mother, Andrea Xi, expressed her grief on Facebook, sharing a portrait of her daughter taken during her quinceañera in March. In her posts, she referred to her daughter as her “princess” and her “first and great love,” highlighting the profound loss she is experiencing.
The incident is currently under investigation by local authorities. They are working to confirm that the incident was indeed accidental and not the result of any foul play. The tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of high-tension power lines, particularly in residential areas.
The community is rallying around the grieving family, offering support and condolences during this difficult time. The incident has also sparked discussions about the need for increased safety measures and awareness about the dangers of high-tension power lines.