Man charged over Newcastle house explosion that killed seven-year-old boy
The IndependentFor free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A man has been charged with manslaughter and the production of cannabis after a house explosion in Newcastle that killed two people, including a seven-year-old boy. open image in gallery Seven-year-old Archie York was one of two people killed in the blast Detective Chief Inspector Katie Smith, of Northumbria Police, said: “This was a truly tragic incident in which two people died. “We recognise the strength of feeling around what has happened and would continue to ask people to avoid speculation both online and in the community which could jeopardise the ongoing proceedings.