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BBC News
15 hours ago
- BBC News
Residents return after suspected gas explosion in Alvaston
Residents who were forced to evacuate following a suspected gas explosion at a house in Derby earlier this month have been able to return, the council man was critically injured and a dog was rescued following the blast in Eden Street, Alvaston, on 10 house and two adjoining properties had to be demolished and residents from several neighbouring homes were also unable to City Council said utility workers would be carrying out "repairs and reinstatement works" on the street until next week. Once these works are complete, the road closure that has been in place since the explosion will be removed and Eden Street will fully reopen, it added. However, the council warned there would then be a full closure of access to Belmore authority said it was exploring whether it would be possible to provide a permanent footpath or cycleway between Eden Street and Belmore Way in the future.A council spokesperson said: "When a major incident like this happens, it takes time for the community to recover as well as for reconstruction work to happen. "We'd like to thank everyone affected for their patience, resilience and support for each other over the last few weeks. "We ask that the community be given space and compassion as residents return."
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Brit woman among two killed in horror gas explosion at bar in Spanish hols hotspot
A BRITISH woman has died in a suspected sabotage gas explosion at a bar in southern Spain that killed two and injured at least 15 others. A butane gas canister exploded at the Casa Javi bar in San Pedro del Pinatar, Murcia. 3 3 3 The 56-year-old expat, who lived in the Lo Pagan area, was one of two women fatally injured in last Thursday's blast. She was reportedly visiting the weekly market when she was caught in the horror explosion. Her death was confirmed today by the local town hall in a post on X. The second victim, named Hind, was a 38-year-old Moroccan woman and the bar's owner, El Español reported. She suffered severe burns and died after being hospitalised for a week. Both women had been battling for their lives in hospital alongside others injured in the explosion, which went off around 12.15pm, sending the area into chaos. Shocking new details have emerged suggesting the blast may not have been an accident. A Judicial Police inspection concluded the gas cylinder's seal had been 'sabotaged', according to reports. Locals have claimed the bar had long been a source of trouble in the neighbourhood. 'There were a lot of fights outside,' one resident told 20Minutos, adding: 'Girls were often seen in the area,' sparking speculation it may have been run as a brothel. The cause of the deadly blast is still officially unknown. Police investigations are ongoing. is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS British woman, 56, is among two dead after bar gas explosion in Spain that injured at least 15 others
A British woman has been killed in a gas explosion at a bar in southern Spain. The 56-year-old was one of two women killed after a gas canister exploded at the Casa Javi bar in San Pedro del Pinatar in Murcia last Thursday. The unnamed Brit, who reportedly lived in the area, was visiting the weekly market when she was struck by the blast. Their deaths were today confirmed by the local town hall in a post on X. The other fatal victim was the 38-year-old owner of the bar, a woman of Moroccan origin named Hind, who suffered severe burns, reports El Español. The respected Spanish newspaper said the British woman was an expat who lives in the Lo Pagan area. It comes after a Judicial Police inspection concluded that a butane gas cylinder's seal had been 'sabotaged', which caused the explosion. Investigators are reportedly trying to determine whether Hind intended to commit suicide or if the cut was 'revenge for a dispute, disagreement, or a settling of scores.' Both victims had been hospitalised for a week following the incident which saw at least 15 other people injured. The explosion occurred around 12.15pm, causing scenes of chaos and panic among those present. A week later, the cause of the tragedy has still not been confirmed by investigators, amid fears it may have been caused deliberately. Local residents told 20Minutos that there had been complaints about the business. 'There were a lot of fights outside,' one said, adding that 'girls' were often seen in the area, leading residents to speculate that it could have been operating as some form of brothel.
BBC News
5 days ago
- BBC News
Man charged with murder of woman after gas blast
Police were called at 04:57 to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside the property. Six fire engines and 40 firefighters were also called to the scene. The front bay window of the property was completely blown out, with debris including plants, wooden shutters and glass scattered across the street. The family of Ms Rook, who worked for a social enterprise she co-founded called Mama Suze CIC, which supports refugee and migrant women, is being supported by specialist officers, the Metropolitan Police said. In a statement on Sunday, issued though the police, her family said they were "struggling to come to terms with this terrible tragedy. "Annabel was a truly wonderful woman. She touched the hearts of so many. "She gave her life to helping the vulnerable and the disadvantaged, whether it was in refugee camps in Africa or setting up MamaSuze in London, to enhance the lives of survivors of forced displacement and gender-based violence."
Times
5 days ago
- Times
Man charged over stabbing of charity worker after gas explosion
A man is due to appear in court charged with murder after a charity worker was found stabbed to death in her east London home after a gas explosion. Clifton George, 44, of Dumont Road, Stoke Newington, was charged on Sunday with the murder of Annabel Rook and arson with intent to endanger life. He was remanded in custody to appear at Thames magistrates' court in Bow on Monday. Rook, 46, who founded the charity MamaSuze, was found fatally injured at an address on Dumont Road on June 17. A man was arrested and taken to hospital. He was released into police custody before being charged. Rook's family paid tribute on Sunday. 'Annabel was a truly wonderful woman. She touched the hearts of so many,' they said in a statement. 'She gave her life to helping the vulnerable and the disadvantaged, whether it was in refugee camps in Africa or setting up MamaSuze in London, to enhance the lives of survivors of forced displacement and gender-based violence.' Acting Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke said: 'Our thoughts continue to remain with the family and friends of Annabel as they navigate this devastating loss. 'We ask that the public refrain from speculation and respect their privacy at this time, and we thank the Hackney community for their ongoing support.' Police were called at 5am to reports of a gas explosion with a person trapped inside and attended alongside London Ambulance Service and London Fire Brigade. Rook's family are being supported by specialist police officers.
