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It was just a regular night, until what should’ve been a harmless phone charger turned into a serious danger. An 8-year-old boy named Lorenzo Lopez nearly lost his life after being electrocuted while sleeping in his bed, People reported citing a KWCH report. The cause? A loosely plugged charger and a piece of metal, his chain necklace, that accidentally slipped between the charger and the extension cord. The moment the metal touched the exposed gap, electricity found its way through and jolted him.

Lorenzo woke up feeling heat on his neck. He tried to scream, but by then the shock had already hit. In horror he realized: it was electrifying. Somehow, in the chaos, he managed to pull off the necklace. That one action, his mom says, saved his life. “Had he not pulled that chain off, he would have been electrocuted to death,” a hospital staffer reportedly told her.

He was rushed to hospital, where he received emergency care and underwent a skin graft. Though the ordeal was traumatic, Lorenzo is now recovering, a tough battle, but one he’s bravely facing.

His mother, shaken by the event, decided to share their story, not for sympathy, but for awareness. She’s urging parents everywhere: please don’t let your little ones sleep with chargers or electronic devices plugged in near them. She hopes Lorenzo’s frightening experience can safeguard other kids from a similar scare.

What parents should know: Safety first with chargers & kids
This accident shows how a simple nightly habit, plugging a phone in near the bed, can suddenly become dangerous. But it’s also a strong reminder: with a few simple precautions, you can keep the risks low. Here’s what every parent should consider:

Never let children sleep with chargers or devices under their pillow or on their bed. Beds are cozy, but plugging in a phone on a mattress or under pillows is risky. Soft bedding can shift around, create gaps, and expose charger prongs. Best bet: charge devices on a table or desk, away from the bed.

Use good quality chargers and extension cords, and inspect them regularly. Cheap or damaged chargers and loose-fitting extension boxes are a hazard. Always use certified chargers, avoid cracked wires or loose plugs, and make sure everything fits snugly.

Remove jewelry or metal accessories before bed if a charger is nearby. Even a small chain or ring can cause trouble if it touches a live connection. It’s safer if kids don’t wear any metal accessories while sleeping, especially near plugged-in devices.

Keep all electronics out of reach while sleeping, especially for younger children. Imagine a curious toddler, cords can be pulled, bitten, or tangled. Make sure chargers and devices are unplugged and stored away before bedtime.

Teach kids about electrical safety early on, simple awareness helps a lot. Tell them that chargers aren’t toys and that they must never play with plugs, cords, or power outlets. Encourage them to alert an adult if something feels hot, sparks, or looks damaged.

Unplug chargers when not in use, don’t leave them plugged in overnight unnecessarily. If the device isn’t being used, unplug it. It reduces both the risk of accidental shocks and of overheating.

Why this matters
In our digital age, keeping phones, tablets or gadgets nearby, even while sleeping, feels natural. But as Lorenzo’s scary experience shows, mixing electronics, sleep, and fabric can be a recipe for danger. What feels harmless can turn harmful in a blink.

It’s not about creating panic, it’s about creating caution. A few small changes like charging devices on a desk, unplugging before bed, and keeping kids away from cords can make a huge difference. As Lorenzo’s mom says: “Let this be a lesson.”

Because at the end of the day, devices are tools, not bedtime buddies. And a safe home always begins with thoughtful habits.