Detectives are investigating following a suspected gas explosion at a property in Penzance.

We were called at around 3.10pm on Wednesday 23 April following reports of an explosion being heard at a block of flats in Pendennis Place.

Emergency services attended the scene.

A man in his 40s and from Penzance was taken to Derriford Hospital with serious injuries but has sadly since passed away. His next of kin is aware.

A scene guard remained in place while investigation work is carried out. It has since been removed.

There is no wider threat to the public. 

A number of people living in neighbouring flats were evacuated and have been provided with alternative accommodation.

We’d like to thank the public for their understanding as work has taken place to investigate the cause of the explosion.