Tragic Fatal Electrocution Incident in Escondido During Holiday Light Installation Raises Safety Concerns
Escondido, California—A tragic accident claimed the life of 24-year-old Antonio Pascual Mateo last week while he was adorning a home with Christmas lights. The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that Mateo came into contact with a high-voltage power line and was electrocuted on November 21, leading to his untimely death. Mateo, hailing from Guatemala, was discovered by emergency responders, hanging upside down from a tree, secured by his safety harness. The scene unfolded …