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More Than a Dozen Hurt in Gas Explosion at Murcia’s Casa Javi Bar

Guardia Civil is examining a suspected gas leak after crews stabilized three victims with severe burns.

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Fachada del bar Casi Javi antes de la explosión
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Overview

  • At least a dozen people were injured when a gas explosion tore through Casa Javi during the Lo Pagán weekly market on June 19.
  • Emergency responders received more than 25 calls and firefighters confirmed the bar’s structure remained intact after extinguishing the fire.
  • Three individuals with critical burn injuries are in stable condition at Virgen de la Arrixaca and Los Arcos del Mar Menor hospitals.
  • The bar previously endured a fire last year and faced multiple noise complaints that prompted municipal action.
  • Local authorities are probing possible illegal operations at the venue, including allegations of clandestine prostitution.