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Worksop explosion: Man killed in blast which destroyed house Worksop explosion: Man killed in blast that destroyed house
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A man has died in a explosion which destroyed a house and led to evacuations. The man died at the scene, police said
A man has died in a explosion that destroyed a house and led to evacuations.
Multiple homes in John Street, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, were evacuated and emergency services were called to the scene on Saturday evening, just before 20:00 BST.Multiple homes in John Street, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, were evacuated and emergency services were called to the scene on Saturday evening, just before 20:00 BST.
On Sunday, police confirmed the body of a man, in his 50s, had been found in the wreckage of the house.On Sunday, police confirmed the body of a man, in his 50s, had been found in the wreckage of the house.
Nottinghamshire Police said emergency services treated the man but were unable to save him and he died at the scene.Nottinghamshire Police said emergency services treated the man but were unable to save him and he died at the scene.
This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. Chf Insp Clive Collings said: "This is an extremely serious incident that has led to a man's untimely death.
You can receive Breaking News on a smartphone or tablet via the BBC News App. You can also follow @BBCBreaking on X to get the latest alerts. "The man's family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
"I have no doubt that this incident will have come as a shock to the community in Worksop."
Emergency services said the area would remain closed off for some time
An investigation is under way to establish the cause of the explosion.
Everyone else who may have been in the area at the time has been accounted for, police added.
Mr Collings added: "It is likely that the cordon and road closures will remain in place for some time as we carry out our investigations.
"Officers will remain in the area to carry out enquiries relating to the investigation and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak with an on-duty officer."
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