Horror as boy, 10 dies after being electrocuted in ‘high voltage’ shock at Tiffany’s Hotel in Blackpool

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A BOY aged ten has tragically died after being electrocuted in a seaside hotel.

A young man was rushed to hospital in a critical condition after the horror at the Tiffany Hotel in Blackpool, Lancashire.

The horror happened at the Tiffany Hotel in Blackpool

The horror unfolded in the lobbyCredit: Booking.com

Unfortunately, there was no way to save him and he died yesterday with his family at his bedside.

Lancashire Police were called to the hotel at around 10.39pm on Sunday after the boy was found unresponsive.

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They said he was taken to hospital with injuries “consistent with contact with high voltage”.

An investigation has been launched, but the tragic case has now been handed over to local authorities, the police added.

The hotel, known locally as the “Pink Hotel”, has confirmed it is temporarily closed while an investigation is carried out.

A spokesman said: “We are deeply saddened by this recent incident involving a child who was shocked on Sunday evening in our reception lounge.

“Our thoughts and prayers are with the child and their family at this difficult time.

“We want to assure everyone that the health and safety of our guests and team remains our number one priority.

“We made the decision to voluntarily temporarily close while we conduct our own inspections.

“Our phone lines remain open and we are working very closely with Blackpool Council and the local police to assist with their investigation.”

The hotel said it was investigating the tragedyCredit: Booking.com

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