A tragic incident at a five-star luxury hotel in the Halasuru area of Bengaluru claimed the lives of two foreign nationals after electric current reportedly discharged into a swimming pool. Two other individuals sustained injuries while trying to rescue them and are currently undergoing medical treatment.
Fatal Incident on Hotel's Third Floor
The tragedy took place in the evening hours at the hotel's third-floor swimming pool. Two foreign guests, identified as residents of Germany and Slovakia, were inside the pool when they suffered suspected electrocution and died on the spot. According to the Bengaluru East Division DCP, initial findings indicate that the fatalities were caused by electric shock within the water.
Rescue Attempt Leaves Two Others Injured
As the incident unfolded, attempts were quickly made to pull the victims out of the water. An American citizen staying at the hotel along with an Indian pool attendant rushed to help, sustaining injuries during their rescue effort. Both injured individuals were rushed to Manipal Hospital for emergency medical care. Doctors treating them confirmed that both survivors are currently out of danger and recovering.
Police Case Registered and Inquiry Underway
Law enforcement authorities secured the area following the incident and sent the victims' bodies for further legal formalities. A police case has been registered to establish the exact chain of events. Investigators and technical teams are inspecting the hotel's electrical infrastructure, filtration pumps, and pool lighting systems to identify how the electric current leaked into the water.
