Police confirm gas canister responsible for south Belfast car explosion

A man is in hospital following a suspected explosion inside a car in the Newton Park area of south Belfast, PSNI said.

The man is receiving treatment for facial injuries, while police and Ammunition Technical Officers remain on the scene.

The police later confirmed the explosion was the result of a gas canister in the car.

A number of homes were evacuated and surrounding roads were shut but police have since re-opened all roads.

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference number 2055 19/08/22.

Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

• South Belfast
• car explosion
• evacuations