Teen Martial Arts Champion Electrocuted After Phone Falls In Her Bath

A 15-year-old Russian martial arts champion died after her phone fell into the tub she was bathing in. Irina Rybnikova was at her home in Siberia, charging her iPhone, when it dropped into the bath, electrocuting her. According to reports, the teen died immediately as a result of the "tragic accident."

Irina was a champion fighter in pankration - a type of boxing/wrestling with no rules. Just two months ago she won the all-Russian championship in the sport and was selected for the country's national team. 

Irina's sister, Tatiana, told a Russian newspaper:

"In August she became the godmother to my little daughter. My child adored her and called her 'nanny' and now she is not with us anymore… Our hearts are broken. It is so quiet and feels empty at home without her."

Safety officials in Russia hope the story raises awareness about the dangers of charging phones in the bathroom. 

Photo: Instagram


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