Auckland Teen Kishan Patel Dies While Using Car Jack

Kishan Patel, an 18-year-old car enthusiast, tragically lost his life while performing an oil change on his vehicle in September. The jack he used buckled under the car’s weight, leading to his fatal crushing. Coroner Ian Telford’s findings emphasized the well-recognized risks of working under a raised vehicle without proper safety precautions. This incident underscores the importance of safety measures when conducting automotive repairs.

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