Man electrocuted, killed while cutting down trees in Acworth

COBB COUNTY, Ga. — A man was killed Monday when he was electrocuted while cutting down trees in Acworth.

Acworth police said the man was an employee of a tree service company.

Officers responded to a 911 call about a person down near 4471 Academy Street.

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Roads surrounding that area are closed as police are continuing their investigation.

The victim has not been identified.

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