Alappuzha: A heartbreaking incident has come to light in Kayamkulam in Alappuzha district of Kerala, where a young man died of a fish stuck in his neck. The deceased has been identified as Adarsh alias Unni (25), a resident of Puthuppalli.
How did this accident happen?
According to the police, at around 4:30 pm on Sunday evening, Adarsh was catching fish with his friends draining water from the paddy field. In a hurry to catch the fish, he pressed one fish in the mouth, so that he could catch another fish. But unfortunately, the fish got stuck in his neck, causing him to faint due to suffocation.
Despite being taken to the hospital, life is not left
Adarsh’s friends immediately took him to a private hospital in Ochi, but the doctors could not save him. Doctors declared him dead. After the incident, the body is kept in the mortuary of Kayamkulam Taluk Hospital.
Police registered a case
After this incident, a case has been registered under Section 194 of the Indian Civil Protection Code (BNSC). Police say this was a completely unfortunate accident, in which no one was at fault, but people need to be cautious with such incidents.
What to do to avoid such accidents?
The incident has warned a warning and negligence for the fishingers and especially the youth that can be rushed.
- Avoid pressing the fish in the mouth, because it can slip and go around the throat and cause suffocation.
- As soon as possible, seek medical help in any casual situation.
- Follow vigilance and safety measures while working in water or marshy areas.
