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Safety check calls after Irish teenager electrocuted taking shower in Greece
Alex McKee died when picking up showerhead in ‘outdoor and rudimentary’ bathroom on Kimolos
TL;DR
- An Irish teenager, Alex McKee, died instantly from electrocution while showering in a holiday home on Kimolos, Greece.
- The bathroom was described as 'outdoor and rudimentary'.
- An investigation by Greek police is examining the building's water heater and wiring, with a focus on the fusebox possibly lacking a safety valve.
- The incident has led to calls for tighter checks on electrical appliances in tourist accommodation in Greece.
- The family of the deceased teenager intends to press charges.
- The mayor of Kimolos, who is also a professional electrician, had signed off on the property's electrical installation certificate in 2024, which is also under investigation.