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PSNI
Car explosion in Belfast was caused by gas canister, PSNI say, ruling out criminal activity
A man was hospitalised with facial injuries following the explosion.
POLICE IN BELFAST have said that an explosion in a car was the result of a gas canister in the vehicle, not criminal activity.
A man has been taken to hospital with facial injuries following the blast, which occurred in the Newtown Park area.
A number of homes were evacuated but all roads in the area have re-opened, having been cordoned off overnight.
The PSNI thanked the local community for their patience.
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