'I would like to thank the community for their help so far and I want to continue to appeal to anyone who may have information which could assist our investigation to come forward and contact us. We treated five casualties at the scene. Our sincere condolences are with their family and loved ones. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. Two fire engines, the urban search and rescue unit, search and rescue dogs and the air support unit remain at the incident. There are also search and rescue dogs and air support, along with police. 'An incredible amount of work has been done at the scene in a relatively short space of time and as well as identifying the source of the explosion we have also managed to recover some items of George's, which I know means a lot to his parents. George Hinds was killed in a gas explosion caused by Darren Greenham, The scene of the gas explosion in which George Hinds died, Emergency workers at the scene of the gas explosion in which two-year-old George Hinds died. But Greenham didn't turn the gas supply off to the property in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. 1 minute silence and 1 minute clap.. Emergency services are still in the search and rescue phase, she added, working to "make the area safe". Four adults are being treated in hospital and one person, a child, tragically died. Due to the cordon and road closures in the area bus services are being diverted. "I could see blue flashing lights, I could hear people screaming. Video Loading. He has told Greenhall to remain seated for now. "We've got our little granddaughters staying overnight. Their hazardous area response team (HART), which is specially trained to work with the fire and rescue service in major incidents, was also in attendance. 45-year-old Greenham was a blight to the local community for years, the court heard. First published on Sun 16 May 2021 01.37 EDT. These pleas came six months after the first plea hearing and just six weeks before a trial was due to begin. A spokesperson for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently dealing with an incident on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. Video1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat, How 10% of Nigerian registered voters delivered victory, Sake brewers toast big rise in global sales, The Indian-American CEO who wants to be US president, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip. Firefighters had said there were "no quick answers" in the investigation. there were "no quick answers" in the investigation, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Explosive found in check-in luggage at US airport, Fungus case forces Jack Daniels to halt construction, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings. Four people were taken to hospital, two with serious injuries, and sadly a young child has died as a result of the incident. Its really sad. It has been reported that there has been an explosion at a property and firefighters are searching the collapsed property," they said. #newshour4u #update # SUBSCRIBE To Get All NEWS First http://newshour.tk Morecambe Gas Explosion destroys 3 houses at . Police confirmed earlier today that the huge gas blast claimed the live of George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months. My whole house shook. By Gayle Rouncivell 24th May 2021, 5:34pm - 2 min read Updated 24th May 2021, 5:36pm Ms Moten said: "Since the incident, our engineers have been on-site working with the emergency services and supporting customers in the area.". "Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.". Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. She said: 'Although we don't know any of the people personally, we don't need to know someone's name or face to help them. There are no words. No sentence I can pass will be adequate for their loss. This sad news comes just days after the tragic death of nine-year-old Jordan Banks who was struck by lightning in Blackpool. Read about our approach to external linking. People were already outside. Detectives said they had identified, along with gas experts, the cause of the explosion as a cut gas pipe inside a property on Mallowdale Avenue. A major incident has been declared in Heysham following a devastating gas explosion. Debris from the blast covered nearby streets and fields, as residents described the noise "like a bomb going off". have been charged with manslaughter and theft. They're both in bathrobes. You can donate here: https://gofund.me/9fb52a30. An explosion has been reported at a row of terraced houses on Mallowdale Avenue around 2.40am this morning (May 16), triggering a huge emergency response. All rights reserved. Im really sad for those people, its such a sad thing to happen to them.. It was disbelief and shock. "Road closures also remain in place and people are being asked to avoid the entire area while we deal with this ongoing incident. Witnesses say that they were woken up by a loud explosion in the early hours of the morning. Darren Greenham is now back in the dock, wearing an all grey tracksuit. Two other people remain in hospital with injuries described as critical, Lancashire police said. Theres debris everywhere, all on the next streets and in the fields. Two houses were found collapsed with serious damage to a third property. 'Our focus now is on trying to establish how and why the pipe inside No. Horse power: Long-serving Red Bull chief CHRISTIAN HORNER on how he switches off from the high-pressure F1 environment, helped by Spice Girl wife Geri and a coterie of nags, dogs and donkeys! Welcome to today's updates from Preston Crown Court. "Police were telling us turn off your cars and everything like that, and we had to turn off the gas. A fundraiser set up in the wake of the blast that killed a young child and destroyed three houses has raised more than 50,000. Recorder Altham lists anti-social behaviour including frequent bonfires, which prompted complaints seven or eight times a year. They are "truly remarkable people". Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast. It looks like there's been a hurricane, but the residents of Bowland Street in Lancaster are walking around the aftermath of a gas explosion. 'There are a lot of people who want to do good, but they don't know how to go about doing it, so by putting something in place, they always rise to the challenge. Greenham sat with his head bowed throughout much of proceedings at Preston Crown Court yesterday. We were called to reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue at about 2.40am on Sunday, May 16 th 2021. A third person has been charged in connection with a gas explosion that killed a toddler in Lancashire. Greenham suffered major burns in the explosion and would spend two weeks in a coma before being quizzed by detectives. George's dad turns to face Greenhall as the sentences are read out. One woman grips the hand of her child. Lancashire Police said in a statement: 'Detectives, assisted by gas experts, have been carrying out a fingertip search of the scene following the explosion and have now identified the cause of the explosion as a gas pipe which had been cut inside No. Firefighters, paramedics and police also remain at the scene. She said the focus was now on establishing how and why the pipe came to be cut and that investigation would be "complex and lengthy". Kingsway in both directions closed due to a property gas explosion from Meldon Road to Tarnbrook Road. He was high and drunk at the time of his late-night DIY exploits on May 16, 2021. Welcome to our live blog. Cadent, says its. The blast caused debris to cover nearby streets and fields and residents described it as sounding "like a bomb going off". A young child has been killed and four adults have been injured, two of them seriously, after a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire Police said. The North West Ambulance Service tweeted that it had sent units to the scene to "ensure people receive the medical help they need as quickly as possible". The road is littered with roof tiles. George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, died as a result of the blast, and his parents, Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, were also injured, although not seriously. A . ", One neighbour, who had to flee his home four doors down from the epicentre of the blast, told the Mirror: "It's blown my windows, front door and roof.". At its peak, he said, 80 fire officers were on the scene, including two engines from Cumbria. It sounded like a bomb went off," one resident says to me. There are reports that the explosion was heard and felt from several miles away in Morecambe and Torrisholme. Morecambe Bay NHS Trust has tweeted their condolences. Ben Norman, the assistant chief fire officer, said an investigation into the cause of the blast would be carried out slowly and methodically. Darren Greenham caused the fatal explosion cutting gas pipes with an angle grinder. Assistant Chief Constable Jo Edwards told reporters at the scene: "Tragically a young child has been killed and four persons also injured. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, Beaming Prince Harry and Meghan enjoy a date night at exclusive $4,200-A-YEAR private members' club in LA - as friend claims they've been left furious over King Charles' 'cruel' decision to evict them from Frogmore Cottage, Biden LAUGHS at claim he was responsible for fentanyl overdoses of two brothers and says they died 'under the previous administration' - after mom's heartbreaking testimony to Congress, More than a DOZEN whistleblowers came forward to claim Hunter Biden was involved in criminal activity, Republican Senator reveals for the first time during grilling of AG Merrick Garland, Is air travel going to get even MORE expensive? There is a woman who is in literally nothing but her nightie," she said. Georges parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds were also injured, although not seriously. I think theres a bit on my roof as well. We went to the road and saw the rubble up the street. Please place items in the boxes on the tables to keep them dry in case it rains. Sharon Greenham and Darren Greenham charged with manslaughter and theft. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. On the night of the explosion, Greenham had arranged for the gas supply to be turned off by another person. Lancashire Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods said: Major incident declared in Heysham. Due to your consent preferences, youre not able to view this. A spokesman for the Health and Safety Executive said it was "aware of the incident and are assisting Lancashire Police with their inquiries". And in the early hours of May 16 last year, a huge explosion occurred with the homes either side of Greenham's completely destroyed. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. "We are asking people to please avoid the entire area while we deal with this ongoing incident," the force added. Our thoughts are with all who have been affected." The judge says the offence falls under Category A of the sentencing guidelines, the most serious and carrying the highest penalty. He is inviting everyone to stand on their doorstep at 7pm for a one-minute silence, followed by a one-minute clap. A neighbour whose home was close to the blast said: "We are all fine just shaken and worried about the house as we have no door or windows and the roof's damaged. I got out of bed and ran into my sons bedroom at the back of my house. Recorder Altham commends the police actions in investigating the explosion, while offering no comment on the complaints over lack of action over earlier complaints. Mr Norman said people should expect disruption, but he was confident there was no further risk. We have heard from an elderly couple who left in their pyjamas. Locals have been forced to evacuate their homes after the suspected gas blast, with dramatic pictures showing the devastation in the Lancashire town. Any death of a child is of course a terrible tragedy, particularly seen by the suffering of George's parents. Roof tiles, insulation and chips of wood. This was the devastating aftermath of the gas explosion caused by Darren Greenham: Darren Greenham confessed to police that he had been trying to cut copper piping in his council house with a motive to sell for around 400 before being kicked out of the property by Lancashire County Council. The emergency services, local authority and partners remain at the site and a safety cordon remains in place. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Why not follow BBC North West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram? Copyright Lancashire Constabulary 2023. Something went wrong, please try again later. Two . 2023 BBC. We're extremely proud at the response of our officers and police medics who put themselves at significant risk to assist those who needed help. Tragically toddler George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, died as a result of the blast. PA Photo. Firefighters rescued five people from the site. Were just confused as to what has happened.". Bits of the house have been blasted metres away from where the property previously stood in Heysham, Lancashire, which is now merely a crater filled with rubble. We will automatically post your comment and a link to the news story to your Facebook timeline at the same time it is posted on MailOnline. Our thoughts remain with all the residents of Mallowdale Avenue and surrounding areas who are affected. Nearby residents described the noise of the blast as like a bomb going off and said debris had covered nearby streets and fields. A children's toy at the scene of a suspected gas explosion, in which a young child was killed and two people were seriously injured, on Mallowdale Ave Heysham which caused 2 houses to collapse and badly damaged another. George Hinds, two, was killed in the explosion in Heysham, Lancs, back in May. A North West Ambulance spokesperson said: "Following reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, we have resources at the scene and we are working with @LancashireFRS and @LancsPolice. "It sounded like a bomb went off." 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Read about our approach to external linking. George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, died in the blast (Image: Lancashire Police) Two people have been charged with manslaughter over the gas explosion which killed George Arthur Hinds. George's parents, Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, who were also injured in the explosion, have been discharged from hospital, police said. "My next door neighbour, she's really elderly and she was scared to go in. 20 came to be cut and those enquiries are complex and lengthy. Emergency services attended and found two houses collapsed with serious damage to a third property. "Our officers are at the scene along with our colleagues from Lancashire Fire and Rescue and North West Ambulance Service. In a post on Facebook, headteacher Mr Smith said: I will be opening the school pedestrian gate (by the bus stop) at 11:30am so the local community can drop off food, toiletries and clothing for those affected. Road closures are also in place and people are being asked to avoid the area. You can choose on each post whether you would like it to be posted to Facebook. Our reporter Olivia Baron is at the scene. Something went wrong, please try again later. Ms Faulkner said that her own property and others in the immediate area had been damaged in the devastating explosion. Well ask you to confirm this for your first post to Facebook. George's parents lost their home, their car, their ID, all their possessions. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. 'There is a lot of goodwill in Morecambe.'. Lancashire Police said detectives and gas experts had discovered the cause of the explosion in Heysham was a gas pipe which had been cut inside number 20 Mallowdale Avenue. Emergency services called to Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, on May 16. Sadly at this time it means there are a number of people whose homes have been affected and therefore they cant remain in the area. The police enquiry is now being classed as a criminal investigation.'. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham on 16 May. Ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews are at the scene. We remain at scene of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham which has caused two houses to collapse and badly damaged another, Lancashire police said. Our reporter Olivia Baron has spoken to the incident commander at the scene for an update. We stayed indoors and switched everything off at the source and then sat up all night worrying.. Do not sell or share my personal information. He notes the cutting of pipes continued after the gas was cut and was part of a pattern of behaviour running for several weeks. Details below: Mossgate Primary School is opening today to accept donations for those affected. Two US Air Force commanders and four subordinates are FIRED after failing to ensure safety of nuclear weapons stockpile at Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota. Cadent North West had said earlier the gas mains and service pipes were "sound and did not contribute to or cause the explosion at Heysham". Emergency crews, including search dogs, are searching the site this morning. "We live a quarter of a mile away and it shook our caravan we thought something had hit it. A major incident has been declared in Heysham following a devastating gas explosion. George's parents said the two-year-old "was so precious to us", Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast, Cadent said the gas mains did not cause the blast. Police were called to the scene of the blast at about 2.40am today (May 16). Lancashire police said in a statement: "We remain at the scene of a suspected gas explosion. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. I was the person who arranged for the gas to be diverted.. Read about our approach to external linking. The parents of the two-year-old boy have paid tribute to their beautiful little angel' following the tragedy on Mallowdale Avenue. As a mark of respect for the victims of the explosion in Heysham, I feel it would be a lovely tribute for all locals in Lancaster and Morecambe to take part in a doorstep minute silence, followed by a minute clap for the emergency services who are currently working hard around the clock to support all the families affected. Residents have been evacuated from the area, while a safety cordon and road closures are in place, including on nearby Littedale Avenue. We were called to reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue at about 2.40am on Sunday, May 16th2021. Police later confirmed that a young child had died in the tragedy, while four others - two men and two women- were taken to hospital. Officers were called to reports of an explosion at 2.40am, she said. by | May 10, 2022 | banyan health systems jobs | post secondary education examples | May 10, 2022 | banyan health systems jobs | post secondary education examples Resident Susan Faulkner, 74, who lives further down Mallowdale Avenue, said the blast was like a bomb going off and that she was still shaken by the incident. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The child, whose age has not been given, was declared dead at hospital said Matt House, consultant paramedic with North West Ambulance Service (NWAS). The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. An explosion has been reported at a row of terraced houses on Mallowdale Avenue around 2.40am this morning (May 16), triggering a huge emergency response. A GoFundMe page set up to help those affected by the blast had reached more than 18,000 by Sunday afternoon. We will bring you live updates on this incident via our live blog below. The sound really shook me, Im still quite shaken by it. Our officers were first on scene to a major incident in Heysham early this morningWe're extremely proud at the response of our officers and police medics who put themselves at significant risk to assist those who needed helpOur thoughts are with all who have been affected pic.twitter.com/Zpn5xkBegY. It was quite a blast, I live quite a way down there and part of my side door was blown in, my nextdoor neighbours plates were smashed, she said.Theres debris everywhere, all on the next streets and in the fields. We were called at 2.40am this morning (Sunday May 16th) to reports that a number of houses on the road had collapsed. Two-year-old George Arthur Hinds died as a result of Darren Greenham's late-night DIY. He says it has "placed a strain on their relationship, how could it not". That concludes today's sentencing hearing. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The judge today is Honorary Recorder Robert Altham, while the prosecution are represented by Timothy Kray KC. Read about our approach to external linking. THE parents of a toddler who was killed in a suspected gas explosion have paid tribute to their "beautiful little angel". The fire service tell us that at this stage it is not clear what has caused the explosion. Toddler George Arthur Hinds died as a result of the blast. The force said it was now treating the probe as a criminal investigation and inquiries continue into how the pipe came to be cut. "A safety cordon has been put in place and nearby residents have been evacuated. "A safety cordon has been put in place and nearby residents have been evacuated. Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast. All three will appear at Lancaster Magistrates' Court on 12 January. A third man, 47, previously held in connection with the incident, will not face charges, Lancashire Police said. For the first time, they had to borrow money and are still living in a caravan. Heartbreaking that a child has died and 4 people seriously injured after a gas explosion.A multiagency response is ongoing at the scene.Thoughts with all those families effected. An investigation is taking place. Please help emergency services respond by avoiding the area and letting them do their job. We have heard from an elderly couple who left in their pyjamas. St Patricks Catholic Primary School in Morecambe is open for first responders to make a brew or use the facilities. 17th Dec 2021, 7:33pm - 1 min read. Earlier, the service said on Twitter that 10 units were called to a row of homes around 2.30am and that firefighters were searching the scene. The fire service has confirmed that homes have been evacuated and they continue to urge people to stay away from the area. A criminal investigation was launched in the days following the explosion and detectives, assisted by gas experts, identified the cause of the explosion as a gas pipe which had been cut inside number 20 Mallowdale Avenue. He will face concurrent sentences for each three charges - the second two, theft and criminal damage will receive one month each. A major incident has been declared in Heysham, Lancashire,. Lancashire Police said its investigation was ongoing. "We have also managed to recover some items of George's, which I know means a lot to his parents," she said. For manslaughter, he receives a sentence of 15 years, making a total of 15 years and two months. Did you see what happened in Morecambe? In March, the gas meter in the property was badly damaged and soon after copper pipes could be seen all over the house having been removed "seemingly at random". Parents pay tribute to George Arthur Hinds as two adults remain critically injured in hospital. Updated 17th Dec 2021, 7:34pm. Road closures remain in place in the area surrounding the property. Sir David Attenborough explores the diverse natural habitats of Britain and Ireland. His heartbroken parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds were also injured, although not seriously. Aerial photos show the ruins of a number of properties in the terrace, as emergency workers search through the rubble. Since then, they have ongoing pain and trauma which has caused flashbacks, depression and suicidal thoughts. Road closures are in place on nearby Littledale Avenue and people are being asked to avoid the entire area while we deal with this ongoing incident. We are setting this page up to raise funds to help the victims in any way possible and also to help towards funeral costs for the young child's family". The emergency services, local authority and partners remain at the site and a safety cordon remains in place. 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The boy has since been identified as George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months. Peter Glenser KC is expected to appear via video link on behalf of the defence. Georges parents were also injured, although thankfully not seriously. Sadly, we can now confirm a young child has died and four other people have been injured, two seriously. Blood, sweat and literal tears VideoBlood, sweat and literal tears 2023 BBC. Members of George's family are sat in the public viewing seating, while the press have been moved to the jury box to allow for extra spaces. Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. A Lancashire Police spokesperson added: "We are currently at the scene of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. Four other people were also hurt in the explosion which destroyed two homes and seriously damaged a third. The whole house shook, he said. "It rained down vertically on us.". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. An explosion that killed a child was caused by a gas pipe being cut inside a neighbouring house, police said. George was described as a "beautiful little angel" by his parents, who said they were devastated by his death. A witness who lives on a nearby street has told of the moment the explosion happened. "There are no words." That was the message from a local MP following a devastating explosion in Heysham that killed a two-year-old boy and left four people injured. 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