Paris, January 7 – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, near Parc Monceau in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, where a dog died after being electrocuted by a faulty electrical supply plate from a lamppost. The incident, confirmed by Jeanne d’Hauteserre, the mayor of the arrondissement, also saw approximately ten other dogs affected and one owner sustaining injuries.
Details of the Electrocution Incident
The events unfolded in the afternoon. The dog’s owner contacted the mayor, reporting that his pet was unwell. Although Paris firefighters initially did not identify the cause of the dog’s distress, information later provided by Enedis, the electricity network manager, confirmed that an electrical supply plate was ‘at fault’. Enedis clarified that the equipment is operated by Cielis.
According to Mayor d’Hauteserre, this particular electrical plate has been the cause of previous incidents. Testimonies shared on Instagram by the Monceau Dog Club collective indicated that several dogs had been electrocuted on January 6, 2026, though they are now safe. The area has since been secured by Enedis services.
The Monceau Dog Club informed actu Paris that ‘about a dozen dogs were electrocuted.’ Additionally, one dog owner was taken to the hospital after her hand was injured by her dog, which had been electrocuted.
Previous Incidents and Regulations
This is not an isolated incident in Paris. In 2013, a dog died from electrocution by a manhole cover in the 20th arrondissement, as reported by France 3 Régions. Such occurrences highlight concerns regarding the safety of public electrical installations in the city’s parks and public spaces.
The incident also brings to light the ongoing discussion around dog access and safety in Parisian parks. An experimental program allowing dogs off-leash in Parc Monceau during morning hours (7 am to 9 am) was launched in mid-April 2025 and was set to run until June 30, 2025. This initiative, driven by the Monceau Dog Club, aimed to balance animal welfare with public safety, requiring owners to supervise their dogs constantly and adhere to specific conditions, such as limiting the number of dogs per owner to two. The experiment was deemed successful and was scheduled to resume from September 1 to October 15, 2025, after a summer pause. [leparisien.fr](https://www.leparisien.fr/paris-75/paris-lexperimentation-des-chiens-sans-laisse-au-parc-monceau-reprendra-en-septembre-20-06-2025-3GBSUTXUNJFY5DJ46VXNEJMOPE.php), [actu.fr](https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/paris_75056/quelqu-un-les-a-a-l-oeil-a-paris-les-chiens-du-parc-monceau-liberes-de-leurs-laisses_62531260.html), [sortiraparis.com](https://www.sortiraparis.com/actualites/a-paris/articles/327118-parc-monceau-une-experimentation-sans-laisse-pour-les-chiens-a-partir-du-16-april)
Despite these efforts, the current incident raises questions about the infrastructure’s integrity, especially given the strict regulations for the estimated 100,000 dogs living in Paris, which generally prohibit them from off-leash activities on lawns. [actu.fr](https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/paris_75056/quelqu-un-les-a-a-l-oeil-a-paris-les-chiens-du-parc-monceau-liberes-de-leurs-laisses_62531260.html)
Investigation and Future Actions
The Paris prosecutor’s office has opened an investigation into the causes of death in other incidents, such as a man found hanged in Parc Montsouris in December 2025. [tf1info.fr](https://www.tf1info.fr/justice-faits-divers/paris-un-homme-retrouve-pendu-dans-le-parc-montsouris-2412955.html) While the circumstances differ, these events underscore the need for continuous vigilance and maintenance in public spaces.
The City of Paris is also reportedly working on a ‘global overhaul’ of park opening hours, responding to public demand for extended access, particularly during winter months. This initiative, spurred by a petition from the Télégraphe collective, aims to better align park access with residents’ lifestyles, recognizing the vital role green spaces play in public health and social connection. [actu.fr](https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/paris_75056/ca-ferme-trop-tot-en-hiver-face-a-la-grogne-des-promeneurs-paris-travaille-a-une-refonte-des-horaires_63355043.html)
Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the electrical fault near Parc Monceau to prevent similar tragedies in the future and ensure the safety of both residents and their pets in Parisian public spaces.
Source: actu.fr
