A manhunt has been launched in england/%%UKNIP_ANCHOR_0%%/”>Bradford following an explosion at a house that left three individuals in hospital.
Details of the Incident
Police are appealing for information to locate Jacob Ryan, 28, who is wanted on suspicion of theft in connection with the explosion at an unoccupied property on %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_1%% %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_2%%.
Emergency services responded to reports of the explosion at approximately 10:10 PM on Saturday, 13 September. The blast significantly damaged the empty house and affected two %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_3%%.
Specialist %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_4%%teams from %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_5%% and Yorkshire Ambulance Service were deployed to the scene. A %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_6%%, woman, and a boy from a nearby home were treated for minor injuries.
A 27-year-old man was found near the site with serious but non-life-threatening injuries and has since been arrested on suspicion of stealing metal from the property.
Police Appeal
Superintendent Lucy Leadbeater of Bradford District Police stated, "A number of enquiries remain ongoing into this serious incident today. While the cause of the explosion at this empty property remains under investigation, we are looking into reports of a metal theft occurring just prior to the incident."
She added, "One man arrested on suspicion of involvement in the theft was seriously injured, and we are seeking to locate Jacob Ryan in connection with the theft offence. It is possible Jacob may have been injured as %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_7%%, and we urge him or anyone who knows him to come forward. It is important we ensure he has access to any %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_8%% he may need."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Bradford District CID on 101, referencing police log 1857 of 13 September. Information can also be provided via %%UKNIP_ANCHOR_9%% or anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
