Man who died following explosion and fire in Alloa named

A man who died following a report of an explosion and fire at flats in Alloa has been named.

Around 6pm on Sunday, 6 October, 2024, emergency services were called to a report of an explosion and fire at a block of flats in the Kellie Place area of Alloa.

Although formal identification has still to take place the family of Graham Green, 50, have been informed.

Three people, a 72-year-old man, a 19-year-old man and a 49-year-old woman, were treated at Forth Valley Hospital.

The death is currently being treated as unexplained and enquiries into the cause of the incident remain ongoing.

Chief Inspector Kat Thompson, area commander, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Graham and all those affected at this difficult time.

“Our enquiries, alongside partner agencies, to establish the full circumstances of what happened, remain ongoing.

“A police presence will remain in the area and I would like to thank the local community for their understanding and support.”