THE cause of an explosion which ripped through a property in Alloa remains unknown after SGN have confirmed their network had nothing to do with it.

The gas network carried out maintenance and safety checks immediately after the blast, which claimed the life of one man.

Three others were injured and sent to hospital during the explosion, which took place on Sunday, October 6.

Now, SGN have confirmed that after conducting checks, the explosion was not linked to their underground network.

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A spokesperson for SGN said: “Our thoughts remain with everyone affected by the incident which took place on Sunday evening.

“After thorough investigation, we can confirm that the incident is not related to our gas network.

“Police Scotland and the Health and Safety Executive are continuing their investigations into the cause.”

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The news follows Police Scotland being able to name the victim of the explosion as Graham Green.

The 50-year-old was killed in the blast, while a 72-year-old man, 19-year-old man and 49-year-old woman were treated at Forth Valley Hospital for minor injuries.