Second Body Found: 7-Year-Old Kid Diies After Explosion In Newcastle

Police also stated that the explosion was not linked to any ongoing missing persons cases. Superintendent Darren Adams, speaking at the site of the explosion, conveyed his deep sorrow over the tragic events. “I come before you today with deep sorrow over the untimely death of a small boy,” he said. Adams confirmed that the seven-year-old boy had sadly passed away at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services. He called the outcome “truly devastating” and added, “I have no doubt that the people of Elswick and Benwell, and our wider region, will want to join me in extending their thoughts and condolences to family and friends. The loss and pain they must be suffering is unimaginable.