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Wiltshire tree 'electrocution' death man named | Wiltshire tree 'electrocution' death man named |
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A man who died in a suspected electrocution while trying to clear a tree that had brought down power cables in Wiltshire has been named. | A man who died in a suspected electrocution while trying to clear a tree that had brought down power cables in Wiltshire has been named. |
Roger Winston Hayward, 71, from Bremhill near Calne, died while trying to move the tree on Wednesday afternoon, Wiltshire Police said. | Roger Winston Hayward, 71, from Bremhill near Calne, died while trying to move the tree on Wednesday afternoon, Wiltshire Police said. |
A spokesman said "early indications" showed he was electrocuted. | A spokesman said "early indications" showed he was electrocuted. |
He added: "Our thoughts are with Roger's family at this difficult time." | |
Wiltshire Police has launched an investigation into the incident. | Wiltshire Police has launched an investigation into the incident. |