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Man Dies Electrocuted Stealing Copper from Live Power Line

5/23/2026

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Aaron Cottrell, 32, died after being electrocuted while trying to steal copper wiring from an energized high-voltage line on Laurel Hill Road in Dunbar Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
State police warned that high-voltage lines remain energized and should never be approached.
West Penn Power issued a statement urging the public to stay away from power lines and utility equipment.

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Aaron Cottrell, 32, died after being electrocuted while trying to steal copper wiring from an energized high-voltage line on Laurel Hill Road in Dunbar Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
State police warned that high-voltage lines remain energized and should never be approached.
West Penn Power issued a statement urging the public to stay away from power lines and utility equipment.