Second body found: 7-year
Sending prayers to the family. On October 16, emergency services were alerted of an explosion in Newcastle.
The tragic incident claimed the life of seven-year-old Archie York. Later, another body, believed to be of a 30-year-old man, was found under the debris of the three houses destroyed on Violet Close in Benwell.
“Despite the efforts of the emergency services, he tragically died at the scene.
“This is a truly devastating outcome.”
“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.”
The family of the seven-year-old who lost his life are paying tributes, describing him as “a lovely lad.”
