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Introduction
A man died after suffering an electric shock while at work in Emu Plains in Sydney’s west on 13 March 2026. Emergency services were called to Billington Place at about 1.30pm following reports a man had been injured while performing maintenance on a building. Paramedics attempted to save him, but he died at the scene. SafeWork NSW inspectors are investigating.
Details of the Incident
Police said emergency services were called to Billington Place, Emu Plains, at about 1.30pm on 13 March 2026 after reports a man had been injured while performing maintenance on a building.
The man was described as believed to be aged in his 40s and had not been formally identified at the time of reporting.
Police set up a crime scene and stated the incident was not being treated as suspicious. Billington Place was expected to remain closed to the public for some time while inquiries continued at the scene.
Emergency Response
- Paramedics attended and attempted to save the man
- Not specified
- The man died at the scene
Regulatory Investigation
SafeWork NSW inspectors are investigating the incident and police said a report will be prepared for the coroner.
- SafeWork NSW was notified and is responding; inspectors are investigating
- Police set up a crime scene; a report will be prepared for the coroner
Company / Union Response
Not specified
Conclusion
The man had not been formally identified at the time of reporting and inquiries were continuing at the scene. SafeWork NSW is investigating, and police said a report will be prepared for the coroner.