When Danielle Davis heard her teenage son screaming in the middle of the night, she never imagined she was about to witness a near-fatal accident involving something as common as a phone charger.

What happened to 16-year-old Rayce Ogdahl is a terrifying reminder of the hidden dangers we often overlook in our everyday routines.

A Normal Night Turned Into a Nightmare

It was the night of April 30, 2024, in Oklahoma. Danielle Davis was jolted awake by her son Rayce’s voice crying out, “Mom!” She rushed to the hallway, only to find her son standing there, visibly shaken, and with burn marks circling his neck.

“I’ve been electrocuted,” Rayce told her.

Danielle had no idea that what followed would involve a trip to intensive care and a long road to recovery. In just a few terrifying seconds, a routine act—charging a phone overnight—had gone horribly wrong.

How It Happened: A Small Mistake With Big Consequences

Rayce had gone to bed with his phone charging next to him, like many teenagers (and adults) do. He wanted to make sure his alarm would wake him for school the next morning. As he rolled over to get comfortable, he noticed something fall off the bed.

In those few seconds, his metal necklace accidentally came into contact with the exposed prongs of a charger plug that was partially plugged into an extension cord.

The result? A powerful electric current surged through the necklace, essentially turning it into a live wire. The chain completed a circuit around his neck, burning into his skin and leaving severe injuries.

“He saw sparks flying off his neck,” Danielle said. “He told me his entire body started to hurt. He was aware of what was happening and thought he was going to die.”

Rushed to Intensive Care

Danielle acted fast. She drove her son to Integris Health Baptist Medical Center, where doctors immediately admitted him into the intensive care unit.

The diagnosis: second, third, and even fourth-degree burns, all from a charger and a necklace. The voltage he absorbed was enough to kill him. The only reason he survived was sheer luck—and quick action.

Rayce now has scars from his chin to his collarbone, with the burn marks following the exact pattern of his necklace. The image is a haunting reminder of how close he came to death.

A Wake-Up Call for All Parents and Teens

This frightening incident has left Rayce more cautious and reflective. He’s healing, but the emotional and physical scars are still fresh.

His mom, Danielle, is now sharing their story to warn others.

“There's not a text message, notification, or call that’s worth your life,” she said. “Don’t sleep with your phone in bed. Be extra careful with cords. Honestly, avoid using extension cords for chargers altogether.”

Warning: Simple Habits Can Be Deadly

Many of us charge phones near or even on the bed, drape cords across nightstands, or use low-quality or overloaded extension cords. But these simple habits can create life-threatening risks.

Key Safety Tips:

• Never sleep with your phone on the bed, especially if it's plugged in.

• Avoid using metal jewelry when sleeping near electrical devices.

• Don’t use extension cords for phone chargers—plug directly into a wall outlet if possible.

• Inspect your charging cables regularly for wear, fraying, or exposed wires.

• Keep chargers and devices away from flammable materials like blankets or pillows.

 Comment-Style Advice: What a Reader Might Say

“As an electrician, I’ve seen accidents like this way too often. Metal jewelry and damaged cords don’t mix. Always use surge protectors and avoid sleeping with devices plugged in. It only takes one spark.” — @SafetyDad101

 Final Thoughts

Rayce’s story is a powerful reminder that life can change in an instant—sometimes because of something as simple as a charging cable.

Danielle is grateful her son survived. But she hopes other parents will take this moment as a warning.

“We were lucky. Not everyone is. Please, talk to your kids. Check their setup. This can happen to anyone.”