Eldoret Man Nursing Thigh Injuries After Phone He Bought 6 Months Ago Explodes in Pocket
- Eldoret media personality Eng. Kipchirchir Mosonik is calling out a popular mobile phone dealer after his device allegedly exploded in his pocket, injuring his left thigh
- A terrified Mosonik recounted the scary moment the phone, which he purchased just six months ago, reportedly burst into flames
- The incident sparked outrage online, with users demanding accountability and safety assurances from the smartphone maker
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Eldoret-based media personality, Eng. Kipchirchir Mosonik, TIET, is demanding answers after his smartphone allegedly exploded in his pocket, causing him physical injury and damage to another device.
Source: Facebook
In a strongly worded social media post, Mosonik recounted the terrifying moment the phone, which he purchased just six months ago, reportedly burst into flames while he was carrying it in his pocket.
Where was Mosonik injured?
The explosion reportedly left him with a painful hip pointer injury affecting his Tensor Fasciae Latae muscle and damaged his iPhone, which he claims was nearby.
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He expressed disappointment at the fact that he was paying the price by having to spend on treatment.
“My iPhone is in critical condition...'explosive' innovation? More like a pocket grenade! Who needs a camera phone when you can have a flaming surprise instead?” He continued with a mix of sarcasm and concern.
Mosonik says he plans to pursue the matter further and is urging the company to take accountability.
He has since sought medical treatment and is reportedly recovering from the injury while urging users to be careful with smartphones.
Do lithium-ion batteries tend to malfunction?
This is not the first time concerns have been raised globally over smartphone battery safety.
The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of smartphones, particularly those that use lithium-ion batteries.
Lithium-ion batteries, while widely used, can malfunction due to manufacturing defects, overheating, or physical damage, sometimes with explosive consequences.
Mosonik's phone model was launched earlier this year as part of the company’s flagship series aimed at photography enthusiasts.
As of the time of filing this report, the dealer had not issued any official response regarding the incident.
Social media reactions
Mobile phone users debated the reliability of budget smartphone brands and urged stricter regulations in product testing and quality control.
Ignatius Simiyu:
"How is your thighland brother, now you know one of the types of grenades we have in our shops, next time choose wisely."
T Prince:
"The problem was putting two phones together...They emit charges that led to the energy buildup that caused the explosion."
Sheilah Jepchirchir:
"And this is what I am using currently, so is it that I should be ready for anything? Quick recovery."
Maiyo Maiyo:
"Pole sana, man. If the device is original, you should sue them; they should take care of your treatment."
Source: Facebook
Phone fire kills 3 children in Kericho
In an almost similar incident seven months ago, three children, aged between four and 10 years, died in a fire that broke out in their home in Kericho.
The children, left alone, had been locked inside their home by an older sibling who had gone out to play with friends.
Residents claimed the fire may have been caused by a phone left charging by the parents of the children before they left.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
