Man charged with criminal damage after Goole gas explosion

It happened in the early hours on Sunday 22nd January

Author: Rebecca QuarmbyPublished 22nd Jan 2023
Last updated 22nd Jan 2023

A man has been remanded into custody after being charged with criminal damage - recklessly endangering life.

Wayne Vines, 56, of Marlborough Avenue, Goole, was charged this afternoon (Sunday 22nd January) and was remanded in custody to appear at Hull Magistrates court tomorrow morning (23rd January 2023).

Humberside Police were called at 1:10am to a property down Malborough Road to reports that the gas supply to a property had been tampered with, causing an explosion.

No one is reported to have been seriously injured but a road closure and police cordon remains in place.

A spokesperson from Humberside Police said:

"Emergency services quickly attended, and a cordon was put in place to ensure the safety of residents until the incident was brought to a safe conclusion shortly after midday today (Sunday 22nd January). Thankfully no one was injured in the incident."

DS Tracy St Paul said:

“I would like to thank the local community for their patience whilst we dealt with the incident. Their understanding is very much appreciated.”