Police close Avonmouth explosion probe; insufficient evidence for manslaughter charges.
Police close probe into Avonmouth explosion that killed four; prosecutors decide there is "insufficient evidence" for manslaughter charges. The major crime investigation team, assisted by the Health and Safety Executive, had been investigating the explosion at the Wessex Water site, which left Luke Wheaton (16), Ray White (57), Brian Vickery (63) and Mike James (64) dead on December 3, 2020. The investigation focused on whether any individuals were responsible for the explosions and whether any health and safety offences had been committed.
July 10, 2024
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