Overview
- Emergency services were called after an explosion on Clifton Mount that, at 1.18pm on Tuesday, resulted in a man being found dead and prompted a joint police and fire response.
- South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue sent three engines, made the scene safe and left at 4:08pm while South Yorkshire Police established a cordon and began enquiries.
- Cadent Gas attended to support emergency crews and has reportedly said the incident is not linked to its gas network.
- Neighbours reported hearing a loud bang and some residents were evacuated; a Tactical Support Group and scientific support officers were seen at the scene.
- Police and fire investigators say formal forensic and technical work is under way to determine the cause and to confirm there is no ongoing risk to nearby residents.