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Manhunt Underway After Explosions and Fire in Gosford Office Buildings

Police are searching for a man in his 60s following alleged arson attacks that forced evacuations and caused minor injuries on Donnison Street.

  • Two office buildings on Donnison Street in Gosford, including a Legal Aid office, were evacuated after explosions and a fire on Thursday afternoon.
  • Witnesses reported seeing a man throw an incendiary device into one of the buildings before fleeing the scene.
  • Police are seeking a suspect described as a short, chubby man in his 60s, wearing all-black clothing and a face covering.
  • Emergency services, including 40 firefighters and 11 fire trucks, quickly contained the fire, and only one person was treated for smoke inhalation.
  • Sections of Donnison Street remain closed as investigations continue, with the public urged to avoid the area.
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