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Man dies from electrocution while working inside garage of Shawnee home

A man died Wednesday morning when he was electrocuted while working inside the garage of a Shawnee home, according to police.

It was reported about 9:10 a.m. in the 6500 block of Hallet Street.

Police said they are investigating the man’s death, but it appeared to have been an accident.

The man’s name was not immediately released while police notified his family.

Robert A. Cronkleton
The Kansas City Star
Robert A. Cronkleton is a breaking news reporter for The Kansas City Star, covering crime, courts, transportation, weather and climate. He’s been at The Star for 36 years. His skills include multimedia and data reporting and video and audio editing. Support my work with a digital subscription
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