Its really sad. "Another four people, two men and two women have been taken to hospital with serious injuries. Cadent, says its. It is against this background that they learnt the circumstances of George's death, the judge explains. He was also abusive when drunk and on drugs, as were his visitors. "A safety cordon has been put in place and nearby residents have been evacuated. Road closures remain in place in the area surrounding the property. Ms Faulkner said that her own property and others in the immediate area had been damaged in the devastating explosion. 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. "My next door neighbour, she's really elderly and she was scared to go in. Greenham was a selfish and disruptive neighbour. I have contacted our families closest to the explosion and all are thankfully safe. He would also light frequent bonfires, fuelled with petrol, which grew out of control and was regularly abusive to those living next to him. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. There is a woman who is in literally nothing but her nightie, she said. 45-year-old Greenham was a blight to the local community for years, the court heard. He adds that experts evidence explained the smell and sound of the gas leak would have been obvious. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, on 16 May. We were called at 2.40am this morning (Sunday May 16th) to reports that a number of houses on the road had collapsed. Through a combination of loud music, late night hammering and drilling, and a rotating flurry of drunk and drugged up visitors he had plagued the lives of neighbours Martin and Alison Evans for five years and the Hinds family since they arrived on the street in 2019. They continue to be supported by specially trained officers. George's parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, who lived at number 18, were also injured but have since been discharged from hospital. 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. Ive never experienced that before. Other locals also described hearing the blast and thinking there had been an earthquake. The boy has since been identified as George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. By posting your comment you agree to our house rules. Gas service engineers are working to make the area safe. Emergency services attended and found two houses collapsed with serious damage to a . Recorder Robert Altham has entered the court. The blast caused debris to cover nearby streets and fields and residents described it as sounding "like a bomb going off". 2023 BBC. Sadly, three families have been severely affected and our thoughts and prayers are with them all at this very difficult time. 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. 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. A major incident has been declared in Heysham following a devastating gas explosion. Two-year-old George Arthur Hinds died as a result of Darren Greenham's late-night DIY. Did you see what happened in Morecambe? In addition to the loss of their son, George's parents were left without anything. A house explosion which killed a child and injured four people was not caused by the gas mains, the company responsible for gas distribution said. Read about our approach to external linking. Details below: Mossgate Primary School is opening today to accept donations for those affected. '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. He will face concurrent sentences for each three charges - the second two, theft and criminal damage will receive one month each. 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. They're both in bathrobes. People also commented on the loudness of the explosion, including @jstewart668, who said people "heard the bang as far as Lancaster", around nine miles (14km) away. Our thoughts remain with his loved ones. 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. One woman grips the hand of her child. The fire service tell us that at this stage it is not clear what has caused the explosion. Upon arrival firefighters found that two terraced houses had collapsed and a third was seriously damaged, and a major incident was declared. Video taken from a helicopter flying above Heysham in Lancashire underlines the extent of the destruction. A major incident has been declared after the blast on Mallowdale Avenue, where just the chimney stacks of a row of terraced houses remains. All three will appear at Lancaster Magistrates' Court on 12 January. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. "We've got our little granddaughters staying overnight. Our thoughts are with the family and all those injured at this time. They are also organising collections of clothing and other items to help the victims. VideoWatch: Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. This is the fire service's statement in full: 10 fire engines were called to reports of a suspected gas explosion on Mallowdale Avenue in Morecambe. We went to the road and saw the rubble up the street. Two-year-old George died when the explosion happened in the early hours of Sunday, May 16. Download the LancsLive app for free on iPhone here and Android here. George Arthur Hinds, who was just two years and ten months old, died following the blast at the property on Sunday, May 16, which caused two houses to collapse. 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. Lancashire explosion leaves young child dead and four adults injured in suspected gas blast, A young child has been killed and four adults have been injured, One man said he 'heard the bang as far as Lancaster', around nine miles (14km) away, Two houses collapsed and another suffered 'significant damage,' police said, 'I haven't seen an explosion like this before', Aerial footage shows devastating destruction at the scene of the Lancashire explosion. Recorder Altham tells Greehall to stand as he passes sentence. "Jordan Banks, aged nine, died after being struck by lightning while playing football in Blackpool on Tuesday evening, and in the early hours of this morning two-year-old George Hinds died when his home collapsed in Heysham. 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. George Hinds, two, died in the blast in May, Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the blast. Ive never experienced that before. When I see what those poor souls have had happen to them, its devastating.. Theres been lots and lots of people and police around and everyone trying to help everybody else. 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. Your comment will be posted to MailOnline as usual. Well work to conclude this incident safely and work with support and concern for the local community to ensure they can rebuild and go back to their normal lives in due course, he said. Video, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Confidence in Covid probe hit and Sussexes evicted, Pret A Manger gives staff third pay rise in a year, M&S sorry for displaying daffodils alongside veg, Rees-Mogg had Covid test couriered during shortage, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, School face masks worn to avoid Covid row - claims, Poor families more resourceful in past - top Tory. But Greenham didn't turn the gas supply off to the property in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. The community is rallying around those affected by the tragedy with the team at the Hurley Flyer pub at Westgate, Morecambe, leading fundraising efforts. '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. Cat Smith, the Labour MP for Lancaster and Fleetwood, has commented on today's tragedy, reflecting that it comes just days after another Lancashire child lost their life in horrific circumstances. Det Ch Insp Jane Webb, of Lancashire Police, said "an incredible amount of work" had been done at the scene "in a relatively short space of time" and officers had been able to identify the source. Welcome to today's updates from Preston Crown Court. Darren Greenham will return to the dock today, where he sat with his head bowed thoughout much of yesterday's proceedings. We have no words to describe how we feel and just want time to ourselves to come to terms with what has happened. Lancashire Police said its investigation was ongoing. Ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews are at the scene. The child, whose age has not been given, was declared dead at hospital said Matt House, consultant paramedic with North West Ambulance Service (NWAS). Share; 12:32 Tom Earnshaw. "Our officers are at the scene along with our colleagues from Lancashire Fire and Rescue and North West Ambulance Service. A bed can be seen hanging down from an upstairs bedroom next door and personal items from the family are strewn throughout the ruins, Sky News reported. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, early on 16 May. It was disbelief and shock. They were taken to hospital for treatment and later discharged. 17th Dec 2021, 7:33pm - 1 min read. Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. Sales of energy drinks are rising, but are they better than coffee at keeping you alert? Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham on 16 May.. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Why not follow BBC North West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram? Recorder Altham lists anti-social behaviour including frequent bonfires, which prompted complaints seven or eight times a year. 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. Four people were taken to hospital, two with serious injuries, and sadly a young child has died as a result of the incident. A third person has been charged in connection with a gas explosion that killed a toddler in Lancashire. It was quite a blast, I live quite way down there and part of my side door was blown in, my next door neighbours plates were smashed, she said. A two-year-old boy has died and four other people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire that destroyed two homes. She'd rung three people to get away from the area but no one was answering so she was just going to walk the streets with her dog.". Lancashire Deputy Chief Constable Terry Woods said: Major incident declared in Heysham. The judge says the offence falls under Category A of the sentencing guidelines, the most serious and carrying the highest penalty. We ask people to have patience and particularly to have the family that have been affected in mind.. Two of the adults suffered serious injuries. The blast caused debris to cover nearby streets and fields and residents described it as sounding "like a bomb going off". Heather Brandwood set up a GoFundMe appeal after seeing the explosion on the news. A Gofundme page set up to help Mallowdale Avenue residents had raised more than 20,000 in just over four hours. While drunk and high on drugs, Greenham cut copper pipes in his council house with the mindset to sell before being evicted from the property. The grief being felt by their families will be beyond comprehension. Roof tiles, insulation and chips of wood. 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. Two other people remain in hospital with injuries described as critical. No sentence I can pass will be adequate for their loss. Stephanie Shepherd of Littledale Avenue said: At 2.30 there was an enormous bang. Criminal investigation launched after police reveal cause of Heysham gas explosion Police have launched a criminal investigation after discovering a cut gas pipe caused the explosion which killed a two-year-old last weekend. 'Even if you think the information you have is insignificant or irrelevant please tell us and we can be the judge.'. He returns to the dock today as Honorary Recorder Robert Altham passes sentence. 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. Witnesses say that they were woken up by a loud explosion in the early hours of the morning. "We woke about 2:30am and thought it was an earthquake at first. There is no access to Littledale Avenue where the properties are located from either Kingsway or Mallowdale Avenue or Sugham Lane. I woke up with this huge bang and I thought someone was breaking into my house, she told the PA news agency. We are currently working with gas service engineers to make the area safe. 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. Ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews are at the scene. They are "truly remarkable people". Please help emergency services respond by avoiding the area and letting them do their job. A two-year-old boy has died and four other people have been injured in a suspected gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire that destroyed two homes. Emergency crews, including search dogs, are searching the site this morning. LancsLive will be at Preston Crown Court today for the sentencing of Darren Greenham for the manslaughter of toddler George Hinds. The emergency services, local authority and partners remain at the site and a safety cordon remains in place. Why not follow BBC North West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram? For the latest updates, scroll down. There is still lots of work being carried out at the scene with firefighters still attending. Assistant Chief Fire Officer, Ben Norman, tells us that 10 fire engines with around 80 firefighters attended the scene at the height of the incident. A cordon is in place along Mallowdale Avenue as emergency services attend. Bits of the house have been blasted metres away from where the property previously stood, which is now merely a crater filled with rubble. 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". Roof tiles and other debris 'rained down vertically on us,' a local man said. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the overnight blast in Heysham, Lancs, which left four others - including both his parents - in hospital. The man facing 291 years in jail. 'Enquiries are ongoing into how and why the pipe came to be severed enquiries which are likely to take some considerable time. "We are asking people to please avoid the entire area while we deal with this ongoing incident," the force added. George's parents, Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, who were also injured in the explosion, have been discharged from hospital, police said. We didn't know what it was.". "A search of the site is still ongoing with Lancashire Fire and Rescue and North West Ambulance Service also in attendance. His defence asked for 25% credit on the basis of an indication of guilt to newly instructed solicitors and his memory loss. 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. Heysham explosion: Man jailed for killing boy, 2, in gas blast 5 October 2022 Family handout Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Heysham in May 2021 A man who cut a gas pipe to. A house explosion which killed a child and injured four people was not caused by the gas mains, the company responsible for gas distribution said. A spokesperson for Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service said: "We are currently dealing with an incident on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham. At its peak, he said, 80 fire officers were on the scene, including two engines from Cumbria. Updated 17th Dec 2021, 7:34pm. Our beautiful little angel grew his wings today.. And in the early hours of May 16 last year, a huge explosion occurred with the homes either side of Greenham's completely destroyed. Published: 12:35 EST, 24 May 2021 | Updated: 02:17 EST, 25 May 2021. Heather Brandwood, manager of two pubs in nearby Morecambe, set up the fundraiser and said it was "humbling" to see the community pull together in such a way. A thorough investigation had shown the gas mains and pipes were sound, she said. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. When I see what those poor souls have had happen to them, its devastating. A huge emergency response was triggered with ten fire engines, police and ambulance crews rushing to the scene. The family have been informed and our thoughts remain with them at this distressing time. Residents have been evacuated from the area, while a safety cordon and road closures are in place, including on nearby Littedale Avenue. VideoThe man facing 291 years in jail, An audacious heist that stunned Britain. '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. Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. A child was killed and four adults injured after a suspected gas explosion ripped through three homes in the middle of the night. A major incident was declared this morning (May 16) following . "Police were telling us turn off your cars and everything like that, and we had to turn off the gas. 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. Video, 1894 shipwreck confirms tale of treacherous lifeboat. In a tribute they said: We are devastated at the loss of our beautiful George. 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". "We live a quarter of a mile away and it shook our caravan we thought something had hit it. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. Firefighters rescued five people from the site. Police confirmed earlier today that the huge gas blast claimed the live of George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months. Mr Norman said people should expect disruption, but he was confident there was no further risk. In a tribute, they said: "We are devastated at the loss of our beautiful George. Any death of a child is of course a terrible tragedy, particularly seen by the suffering of George's parents. A number of residents have been evacuated and are being looked after by the local authority. 'There is a lot of goodwill in Morecambe.'. 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