The Latest Breaking News from Frank Burton

Dad-of-two killed in Wythenshawe house explosion accidentally cut into gas pipe with power saw, inquest hears

Frank Burton, 91, was found dead following the 'huge' explosion which destroyed his house and shook neighbouring homes

Manchester Evening News · Jan 26, 2023

Son's tribute to Frank Burton killed in Wythenshawe house explosion

"Goodnight Dad. Love from your son, Paul."

Manchester Evening News · Apr 19, 2022

Police issue update after 91-year-old man killed in Wythenshawe house explosion

Frank Burton was found dead in his home on Thursday evening

Manchester Evening News · Apr 6, 2022

Man killed in house explosion 'may have bought appliance to help with energy bills and cold snap'

Brother says appliance may have sparked explosion. Cause of incident under investigation

Wales Online · Apr 1, 2022

First picture of Frank Burton, 91, who died in tragic Wythenshawe house explosion

His family described him as 'a character and a good guy' as they watched emergency services work at the scene this morning

Manchester Evening News · Apr 1, 2022

Brother of man, 91, killed in explosion fears blast caused by new heater as bills soar

Frank Burton's family from Wythenshawe, Manchester, believe he may have bought an appliance to help keep his house warm - and that it may have sparked the blast

Daily Mirror · Apr 1, 2022

Man, 91, who died in house explosion named... as brother says he fears he may have bought appliance to 'deal with cold snap and energy price rise' - and it could have sparked blast

Frank Burton's family believe he may have bought an appliance to help keep his house in Wythenshawe warm - and that it may have sparked the blast. Paying tribute to his brother, Philip, 71, said: "He was good character and a good guy."

Manchester Evening News · Apr 1, 2022