A man who tragically died in a devastating house explosion has been identified as 53-year-old father David Howard.<br /><br />Emergency services responded to the blast on John Street, Worksop, Notts., at 7:39 pm on Saturday, April 12.<br /><br />Neighbours reported hearing a "huge bang" before the two-bedroom house collapsed.<br /><br />Officers recovered Mr. Howard's body from beneath the rubble.<br /><br />His daughters have been notified and are being supported by specially trained officers.<br /><br />Nottinghamshire Police are investigating the cause of the explosion.<br /><br />Detective Chief Inspector Ruby Burrow urged the public to respect the family's privacy and avoid speculation during the ongoing investigation.
