Emergency services were called to the scene in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, Lancashire , in the . Mr Hinds, who wore a blue Paw Patrol tie and took a Paw Patrol toy into the witness box with him, said: "It makes my blood boil now, I always did the right thing and reported it to the council and the police, nothing was ever done.". 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Lancashire Constabulary were called to reports of an explosion on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, at around 2.40am on May 16 2021. . Pupils told inspectors that leaders do not do enough to safeguard them in school. Georges heartbroken father has reportedly posted a filmed tribute on Facebook of his son reading a book about animals, next to the caption: My little boy. Speaking outside court, Det Ch Insp Jane Webb said: "Greenham is a purely selfish, self-centred, ignorant man whose blind stupidity of thinking that he could sell gas pipes to just make a bit of money was completely reckless with no regard for anybody's safety.". A man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter following a gas explosion at a house in Heysham in which a toddler died. Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut the pipe at his home on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, in May 2021. 'I would like to thank the community for their help so far and I want to continue to appeal to anyone who may have information which could assist our investigation to come forward and contact us. Darren Greenham . A heartbreaking tribute shared by father Stephen Hinds on his Facebook page after his son's death last Sunday, Emergency workers at the scene where a cordon was put in place on Mallowdale Ave Heysham, on Sunday May 16, More than 51,000 has been raised by the community in Morecambe after the blast which killed two-year-old George Hinds. Peter Glenser KC, defending, said Greenham was sober for the first time in "many, many years" since being in custody awaiting sentence. A man has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of a two-year-old who died in a gas explosion in Lancashire. 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READ MORE: Man died for 20 seconds only for stranger to save his life on side of the road. ', Stephen later shared a video of him reading his son a book about animals with the caption: 'My little boy. I would like to thank the community for their help so far and I want to continue to appeal to anyone who may have information which could assist our investigation to come forward and contact us. Today, Darren Greenham, 45, was sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty to George's . He also accepted being under the influence of drink and drugs when he cut the pipes. Please everyone don't take life for granted and look after your kids and yourselves. Greenham, who suffered a serious head injury and lost much of the use of his right hand in the explosion, pleaded guilty to manslaughter, damaging a gas meter and theft of gas in August. A "neighbour from hell" who caused a gas explosion which killed a two-year-old boy after cutting a pipe to sell for scrap metal has been jailed. A fundraiser set up to help the residents of Mallowdale Avenue has now brought in more than 50,000. The gas meter was also found to have been bypassed in order to steal gas, Lancashire Police said. His reckless actions caused the death of a completely innocent toddler, destruction to several homes and 100,000s worth of damage. The judge said she and husband Stephen Hinds are still living in a caravan and had to borrow money after losing their home and all their possessions. Darren Greenham caused a massive gas explosion by cutting gas pipes he intended to sell for scrap, Want all the latest cases and top crime stories from Lancs Live? Lancashire Police have opened a criminal probe int the case after officers identified the cause of the explosion as a cut gas pipe. Residents of Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, were woken in the early hours of May 16 by an explosion which left nearby streets and fields covered with debris. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The damage caused in the explosion affected 55 properties and the value of just those who answered police enquiries was in excess of half a million pounds. Around 20 minutes later, a huge explosion rocked the street in Heysham, Lancashire . Comments have been closed on this article. Mr Hinds told the court yesterday: "By Darren Greenham cutting a gas pipe to make a few quid I have lost my son, my absolute world.". . 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He had plagued the lives of his neighbours for five years before he took that of little George Hinds in May last year. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. 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Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in Heysham in May 2021, Darren Greenham boasted to witnesses that he would make 400 to buy a car from the pipework, Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the explosion, George's father said his son was "my absolute world", Det Ch Insp Jane Webb (left) joined George's parents Stephen Hinds and Vicki Studholme outside court. If you are dissatisfied with the response provided you can Officers found two houses collapsed, and a third property had suffered 'serious damage'. Lancashire Police said in a statement: 'Detectives, assisted by gas experts, have been carrying out a fingertip search of the scene following the explosion and have now identified the cause of the explosion as a gas pipe which had been cut inside No. On the night of the explosion, Greenham had arranged for the gas supply to be turned off by another person. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Georges father Stephen Hinds clutched a Paw Patrol toy as he watched the sentencing from the public gallery with Georges mother, Vicki Studholme, and a number of other neighbours. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. That night, while high on drink and drugs, he took an angle grinder to copper pipes around the house unaware that the gas supply had not been switched off. Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. As things stand, the case will be opened on October 4 and Darren Greenham will be sentenced on October 5. In a tribute issued after the youngster's death, his "devastated" parents Vicky and Stephen said: "He was so precious to us. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. News you can trust since 1837. . A Gannett Company. Both are due to stand trial at Preston Crown Court on 4 October. I can't describe in words how much I miss him. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the explosion in Heysham, Lancashire, on May 16 last year after Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut the pipe while drunk and under the influence of drugs in the early hours of the morning. A man has been sentenced for causing the death of toddler George Arthur Hinds who tragically died in a gas explosion at his family home in Heysham. The sentencing is in relation to Operation Kelton, the fatal gas explosion in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham on May 16, 2021, which . She said: "I do feel that although we reported this countless times we have been let down by the council and the police, and the death of my beautiful baby boy could have been avoided.". My little angel George sleep tight son, mummy and daddy is with you always. 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The 'broken' parents of Heysham toddler George Hinds have spoken out about their son's death after a man was jailed for his manslaughter. In December 2021, Sharon Greenham, 52, and Darren Greenham, 44, both of Ambleside Avenue, Lancaster, were . The court heard a total of 55 properties were damaged in the blast, which happened at 2.36am. Something went wrong, please try again later. At 5.15am Sunday morning my little boy was pronounced dead after two hours 15 minutes trying to bring him back. He also pleaded guilty to theft from a meter/automatic . Both Marsh, of Banks Crescent, Heysham, and Sharon Greenham, now of Bowness Road, Lancaster, were bailed to appear at . DeSantis won't say he's running. The court heard that this offence was set against a backdrop of anti-social behaviour towards his neighbours. The judge praised George's parents, who have been living in a caravan since the blast, for their dignity and said he shared their "incomprehension" that anyone could put the lives of so many at risk for the sake of stealing "a few lengths of copper piping". She said: "After the explosion, being trapped in the rubble was the most scared I had ever been in my life. No-one should put their child to bed at night, in a place of safety, and not be able to see them alive again. Our focus now is on trying to establish how and why the pipe inside No. George Hinds was killed in the blast which destroyed two homes and damaged another on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, at 02:45 BST on 16 May 2021. Darren Greenham used an angle grinder to cut a pipe to sell for scrap metal Credit: PA. Four others, including his parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, were rushed to hospital after the horror. We would go and see him every day and hold him. Four other people were hurt in the explosion in Heysham, Lancashire. Staff arrange donations at the Hurley Flyer pub in Heysham after a gas blast that killed a young child and destroyed three houses. An incredible amount of work has been done at the scene in a relatively short space of time and as well as identifying the source of the explosion we have also managed to recover some items of Georges, which I know means a lot to his parents. Detective Chief Insp Jane Webb, of the Force Major Investigation Team, said: 'My thoughts first and foremost remain with George's family and loved ones at this time, as well as those others affected by this incident. I am absolutely heartbroken. As well as his abusive behaviour towards those living nearby, he would play loud music at night, use drills and hammers and unsociable hours and start out of control bonfires on a frequent basis. 'Nothing I can say or do will bring him back, I really wish I could. Detectives, assisted by gas experts, have been carrying out a fingertip search of the scene following the explosion. His wife Sharon Greenham, 51, is due to stand trial on October 4 charged with the same . Sharon Greenham, 51, and 44-year-old Darren Greenham pleaded not guilty at Preston Crown Court to manslaughter, damaging a gas . Oblivious to what experts said would have been an obvious smell and sound of gas, he continued cutting even after causing the leak which led to the explosion. "Never ever have I felt so scared as in that moment of my life. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Pupils told inspectors that leaders do not do enough to safeguard them in school. For the first time, they had to borrow money and are still living in a caravan. Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. 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In his basis of plea, he said that he believed the gas had been turned off by Marsh. A gas blast which left a toddler dead was caused by a severed pipe in . This website and associated newspapers adhere to the Independent Press Standards Organisation's VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, Exploring the rigging claims in Nigeria's elections, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. At 5.15am Sunday morning my little boy was pronounced dead after two hours 15 minutes trying to bring him back. ", The family were praised for their dignity by Judge Robert Altham. Ms Brandwood said: 'The general public has been fantastic. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Darren Greenham confessed to killing George Hinds after causing a gas explosion in Heysham while drunk and high, and all because he wanted to sell the copper piping in his house for 400. It is against this background that they learnt the circumstances of George's death, the judge explained. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Emergency services were called to the scene of the blast in Heysham . George Arthur Hinds died in the explosion which destroyed his Heysham home in the early hours of May 16, 2021. He said it has "placed a strain on their relationship, how could it not". 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Darren Greenham, 44, has been remanded in custody after he pleaded guilty to manslaughter and theft offences. . We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The judge said: "Mr Greenham was a selfish and disruptive neighbour. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Having considered the weight of evidence against him, Greenham pleaded guilty in August 2022. The subsequent explosion killed George Hinds, whose family lived . Are you sure you want to delete this comment? 5. A gas investigator from the health and safety executive carried out an extensive investigation into the explosion and confirmed that a main 22mm pipe under the floorboard at the top of the stairs had been deliberately cut and this had caused the explosion between 20 and 42 minutes after the gas began to escape. This was until I arrived at the hospital to be told that George had died. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, Eli Lilly caps monthly insulin costs in US at $35, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine. Appearing in the dock at Preston Crown Court today, Darren Greenham, 44, was sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty to George's manslaughter. A couple have denied unlawfully killing their two-year-old neighbour in a gas explosion. A two-year-old boy died after a "neighbour from hell" caused a gas explosion by cutting a pipe to sell for scrap metal, a court has heard. Darren Greenham, 45 . "I am satisfied that he has been convicted of the serious offence of manslaughter and that Georges family have some sense of closure knowing that the case against the man responsible for his death has concluded.. A "neighbour from hell" caused a gas explosion which killed a two-year-old boy after cutting a gas pipe to sell for scrap metal, a court has heard. A co-defendant, Paul Marsh, was accused of damaging the gas meter in Greenhams home to cut bills. George Hinds was two-years-old when he died in the blast in May 2021. George's parents were taken to hospital but have since been discharged and are recovering as they reel from . He was stripping the pipes to sell for 400 to buy a car, the court heard. Detectives said he was intent on selling the cut pipes for scrap metal and had boasted to witnesses that he would make 400 to buy a car. The court heard that the explosion at 2.36am destroyed the Lancashire County Council-owned property Greenham lived in and severely damaged the two neighbouring terraced houses. and Darren Greenham, 44, both of Ambleside Avenue, Lancaster, were charged with manslaughter and theft. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Man admits killing boy, 2, in gas explosion that left street looking like a 'war zone'. Please report any comments that break our rules. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. A report from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) after the explosion found wooden floorboards had been removed from the first floor landing of the house and gas pipes had been cut deliberately. Timothy Cray KC, prosecuting, said Greenham had been facing eviction proceedings and had been cutting pipes in the property with the intention of selling them for scrap. He wrote: Words cant describe what the last week has done to me and Vicki. Nothing I can say or do will bring him back, I really wish I could. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Emergency services were called to the scene of the blast in Heysham, Lancashire, in the early hours of May 16 last year. 2023 BBC. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused. A police investigation found the cause of the explosion to be a gas pipe which had been cut. The judge rejected the defences request for 25% credit, noting the guilty pleas came six month after the first hearing and six weeks before the trial was due to begin. He lived without regard for the comfort of those who were unfortunate enough to live adjacent to him.". An investigation found Greenham was intent on selling the cut pipes for scrap metal and had boasted to witnesses that he would make 400 to buy a car. Families had to be evacuated and to this day Georges parents have left living in a caravan, reliant on the generosity of others, having had to borrow money for the first time in their lives. Greenham was handed a 15 year sentence for manslaughter and an additional month for each of the other offences. Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut the pipe in the early hours of May 16 last year, causing the huge explosion which killed George Hinds. Darren Greenham, 45, used . During that time, with a clear smell and sound of gas leaking, Greenham continued cutting pipes as neighbours slept on either side of his home.. George's parents, who described him as a "beautiful little angel", continued to be supported by specially trained officers, police said. Sentencing him for manslaughter at Preston Crown Court on Wednesday, Recorder of Preston Judge Robert Altham said: Mr Greenham was a selfish and disruptive neighbour. Joanna White, Senior Crown Prosecutor with CPS North West said: This was a tragic case where a young boy lost his life through the reckless and dangerous actions of Darren Greenham, who cut the pipes for financial gain. Greenham cut a gas pipe in his own property with an angle grinder, planning to steal the pipework, and bypassed the meter to . Appearing in the dock at Preston Crown Court earlier this week (5th October), Darren Greenham, 44, was sentenced to 15 years after pleading guilty to George's manslaughter. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. 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