MAN DIES IN BABERTON BLAST
An 84-year-old man has died following an explosion at a house in Baberton Mains Avenue in Edinburgh.
Officers received multiple reports following the incident around 10.25pm last night (Friday, 1 December, 2023).
Emergency services attended and a 43-year-old woman and 54-year-old man were taken to hospital for treatment.
Several properties were evacuated as a precaution and the road remains closed.
There are no suspicious circumstances and Police continue to work alongside partner agencies.
UPDATE
The 84-year-old man who died following an explosion at a house in Baberton Mains Avenue in Edinburgh can now be named as James Findlay Smith.
Officers were called to the incident in Baberton Mains Avenue around 10.25pm on Friday, 1 December, 2023.
In a statement released through Police Scotland, his family said: “It is with deep regret that our Father/ Papa/ Father in Law, James Findlay Smith, sadly lost his life in the tragic events at Baberton Mains Avenue on 1st December 2023.
“Our thoughts are with everyone involved and our well wishes go to the impacted families.
“We would like to thank the emergency services and the neighbours who went above and beyond for their support and help on the evening and following days.
“We request that you respect our privacy at this time.”