Jul 18, 2022

Wilcox man dies by electrocution, authorities investigating

Posted Jul 18, 2022 9:01 PM

By SCOTT CARLSON
North Platte Post

WILCOX, Neb.-Authorities in Kearney County are investigating after a man died by electrocution on Saturday.

The Kearney County Sheriff's Office said deputies and Wilcox Fire and Rescue responded to the report of a man who had possibly been electrocuted just north of Wilcox.

Authorities said the man, identified as James Robinson, 39, of Wilcox, was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, where he later died.

An autopsy will be conducted, according to authorities. No further details were released.

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