Tragic Death of Dad at Work on Christmas Eve Shocks Community
A father of two tragically died from electrocution while working on Christmas Eve in Sydney, leaving his family and friends heartbroken.
Aaron Greentree, Sydney, Australia, Electrocution, Christmas Eve, Workplace Incident
Sydney: A father-of-two is being remembered fondly after a tragic accident at work. Aaron Greentree, just 29, lost his life on Christmas Eve while working at a house in Eagle Vale.
He was electrocuted early that morning, and despite the quick response from emergency services, they couldn’t revive him. It’s just heartbreaking.
Friends and family are devastated. They shared that Aaron was a devoted dad to his two young daughters and a loving partner. One close friend expressed how hard it is to break this news to the girls, especially during the holidays.
“He was such a beautiful young man,” they said. “We’re all shattered for his girls.”
After the incident, police set up a crime scene and referred the case to SafeWork NSW. A report will be prepared for the coroner to investigate further.
Images from the scene showed emergency crews working inside the building’s roof space. It’s a tough reminder of the risks in the workplace.
According to Safe Work Australia, 148 people lost their lives on worksites in 2024, which is a slight decrease from the previous year. Construction remains one of the deadliest industries.