Two people dead after explosion at house in Bristol
Two people have died following a suspicious explosion at a house in the Frenchay area of Bristol on Sunday morning. Avon and Somerset police declared a major incident and have ruled out terrorism as a motive. The investigation is ongoing, with a cordon in place and nearby residents evacuated to a temporary rest center.
- ▪The explosion occurred at a residential address on Sterncourt Road at around 6.30am on 3 May 2026.
- ▪Police are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident but are conducting inquiries at a linked property in Speedwell.
- ▪Emergency services, including a bomb disposal unit, responded to the scene, and nearby residents were evacuated as a precaution.
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Police said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. Photograph: George Sweeney/AlamyView image in fullscreenPolice said they were not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident. Photograph: George Sweeney/AlamyBristolTwo people dead after explosion at house in BristolAvon and Somerset police declare major incident and say cause is being treated as suspiciousHannah Al-OthmanSun 3 May 2026 07.20 EDTFirst published on Sun 3 May 2026 07.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleTwo people have died following a “suspicious” explosion at a house in Bristol.Avon and Somerset police have declared a major incident after the explosion, which happened at about 6.30am on Sunday.
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