Man arrested after explosion
A man has been arrested following an explosion in Wythenshawe.
Officers were called around 12.20am this morning to a property on Pewsey Road, Wythenshawe following a report of the sound of an explosion.
Emergency services attended and enquiries established a gas canister inside the property had caused an explosion, resulting in significant damage to the walls and windows within the property.
A woman and a girl, aged 32 and 11, were taken to hospital as a precaution. No other injuries have been reported.
A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and arson with intent to endanger life. He remains in custody for questioning.
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Paramedics checked five people in Pewsey Road, Wythenshawe, including a woman, 32, and an 11-year-old girl who were taken to hospital as a precaution following an explosion at home
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Officers were called the scene at around 12.20am after neighbours reported hearing a loud bang in the area (Image: MEN)
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