Emergency services were called to the property on Church Lane in Selston, Nottinghamshire, after receiving reports of an explosion
The body of a man was found in the wreckage of a building after an unexplained explosion ripped through the property.
Police and fire crews have not yet worked out the cause of the huge blast which tore through the property in Nottinghamshire. Dozens of firefighters tackled the blaze on Saturday evening (May 9) which took hold after the explosion
Neighbours in nearby houses on Church Lane in Selston were told to keep their windows shut as smoke filled the air. Emergency services were called to at 7.18pm.
The body of a man in his 90s was subsequently discovered amongst the wreckage. Police said that despite the best efforts of attending emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Residents from the surrounding area were evacuated while emergency services worked at the scene. Road closures were put in place at the junction of Church Lane and Station Road, and Church Lane and Stoney Lane, but have since been lifted, reports Nottinghamshire Live.
A joint police and fire investigation remains ongoing to determine the cause of the explosion.
Detective Sergeant Millie Gillett, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This was a tragic incident, and our thoughts remain with the man’s family at this difficult time. They continue to be supported by our officers.
“There is no indication at this stage of any wider threat to the public, and it’s being treated as an isolated incident. I would also like to acknowledge the cooperation of local residents and thank them for their patience.”
Group Manager Jonathan Holford, of Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service, said: “On behalf of everyone at Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service (NFRS), we would like to express our sincere condolences to the man’s family, friends and all those affected by this tragic incident.
“Our crews worked alongside partner agencies throughout the incident, and we would also like to thank local residents for their patience and cooperation while emergency services carried out their work.”
