The Greek island of Kimolos is in mourning following the sudden death of a 17-year-old boy who, according to initial reports, was fatally electrocuted as he was preparing to take a bath. According to cyclades24.gr, the tragedy occurred on the afternoon of Sunday, August 9, at the house where the teenager was staying with his mother. The family lives permanently in Ireland and had traveled to Kimolos — his mother’s hometown — for their summer vacation.
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Initial assessments point to a possible fault or electrical leak from the water heater. However, the exact cause has not yet been determined and will emerge from a technical investigation, forensic examination, and evidence currently being gathered by police.
Electrical installation under scrutiny — no residual current device installed
The house is reported to be an old construction, with its electrical installation reportedly dating back to before the 1970s. Particular significance is being placed on the fact that the electrical panel was not equipped with a residual current device (RCD) — the safety mechanism that detects electrical leakage and immediately cuts the power supply, significantly reducing the risk of electrocution.
Investigators are also looking into a published report stating that an electrical installation certificate was issued for the property in 2024. All relevant documents are expected to be examined as part of the preliminary investigation, in order to determine whether the required safety standards were being met.
Autopsy scheduled for today
The body of the 17-year-old is being transferred from Kimolos to Piraeus, where an autopsy is expected to take place today, Wednesday, August 12. The forensic findings are considered crucial in confirming the cause of death, while the case file will be forwarded to the relevant judicial authorities. The investigation is fully underway, with authorities working to clarify the exact circumstances of the tragedy and determine whether any criminal liability arises.
