Are you sure you want to delete this comment? I would like to thank the community for their help so far and I want to continue to appeal to anyone who may have information which could assist our investigation to come forward and contact us. Love you so so so so much x. Four other people were hurt in the explosion in Heysham, Lancashire. The gas meter was also found to have been bypassed so he could steal gas. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. The 'broken' parents of Heysham toddler George Hinds have spoken out about their son's death after a man was jailed for his manslaughter. What's he waiting for? Josh Halliday North of England correspondent. George Hinds died when Darren Greenham, described as a "neighbour from hell", cut a gas pipe in his own home in Heysham, Lancashire, in May 2021, . He instead awarded 15% credit and rubbished a contention that serious injuries suffered by Greenham could be considered as mitigation. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, Eli Lilly caps monthly insulin costs in US at $35, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine. He said Greenham, who was dependent on alcohol and drugs, made the lives of his neighbours a "misery" and would play music until the early hours and insult George. In a statement read to the court when the sentencing hearing started on Wednesday, Ms Studholme said: On May 15, 2021, I went to bed happy and content with my life. On Friday, Sharon Greenham, 51, and Darren Greenham, 44, pleaded not guilty at Preston Crown Court to the manslaughter of George Hinds. READ MORE: Man died for 20 seconds only for stranger to save his life on side of the road. A home and a loving family. What's he waiting for? Joanna White, Senior Crown Prosecutor with CPS North West said: This was a tragic case where a young boy lost his life through the reckless and dangerous actions of Darren Greenham, who cut the pipes for financial gain. Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut the pipe in the early hours of May 16 last year, causing the huge explosion which killed George Hinds. George's mum Vicky Hinds was trapped for two hours before being pulled from the rubble. If you have a complaint about the editorial content which relates to Read about our approach to external linking. 04 October 2022. Pupils told inspectors that leaders do not do enough to safeguard them in school. George's parents were taken to hospital but have since been discharged and are recovering as they reel from . His family lived in the neighbouring property in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, Lancashire. 'My little angel George sleep tight son, mummy and daddy is with you always. Georges parents were also injured and rushed to hospital but have since been discharged and are recovering as they reel from the loss of their boy. Pictured: Married couple Darren, 44, and Sharon Greenham, 50, are fighting for their lives in hospital after a gas explosion at their home in Heysham, Lancashire, which police investigators believe was caused by pipe which had been cut in their house, George Arthur Hinds, aged two years and 10 months, was killed by the blast on Mallowdale Avenue in Heysham, Lancashire, and police have since launched a criminal investigation after it was discovered a gas pipe had been cut in one of the homes, An aerial view of the devastation caused by the gas explosion in Heysham which has completely destroyed two homes, Pictured: Emergency workers at the scene of the gas explosion, in which two-year-old George Arthur Hinds was killed and Darren and Sharon Greenham were seriously injured in Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, Lancashire, on Sunday May 16. Heather Brandwood, manager of the Hurley Flyer pub, set up a GoFundMe appeal after seeing the explosion on the news and also helped collect donations of basics including clothing and toiletries in the aftermath of the explosion. Mr Hinds told the court yesterday: "By Darren Greenham cutting a gas pipe to make a few quid I have lost my son, my absolute world.". Two-year-old George Hinds died in a gas explosion after his next-door neighbour Darren Greenham cut a copper pipe in his own home in Heysham, Lancashire, on May 16 last year. Sharon and Darren Greenham were badly wounded in the blast that killed two-year-old George Hinds. All because Darren Greenham decided to cut a gas pipe.". In a statement, George's mother Vicki Studholme said she felt "unsafe" in her home because of Greenham, a "neighbour from hell" who she said made threats of violence towards her, her husband and their son. What's he waiting for? Comments have been closed on this article. 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George Hinds died after next-door neighbour Darren Greenham cut a copper pipe in his own home in Heysham, Lancashire, in the early hours of May 16 last year, as part of an attempt to sell scrap metal. He was forced to listen as Recorder Robert Altham outlined his dangerous behaviour which led to the death of much loved toddler George Hinds. A police investigation found the cause of the explosion to be a gas pipe which had been cut. 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Anything we can do that might relieve a bit of pressure and a little bit of stress for those involved is worth doing.'. Friday 11 February 2022 15:42, UK Image: George Hinds . The damage caused in the explosion affected 55 properties and the value of just those who answered police enquiries was in excess of half a million pounds. Sharon and Darren Greenham (Image: Facebook) A husband and wife have appeared in court charged with causing a gas explosion which killed a two-year-old boy. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The blast was likely to have happened 20 to 40 minutes after they were cut and there would have been a strong smell of gas and an audible noise before that, the report said. Mr Hinds said: "By Darren Greenham cutting a gas pipe to make a few quid I have lost my son, my absolute world.". Share on Facebook; . The court heard that this offence was set against a backdrop of anti-social behaviour towards his neighbours. It is not know what caused the ignition, but the quantity of gas was so great that only a light switch would have been needed. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. Four other people were hurt in the explosion in Heysham, Lancashire. Couple Appear In Court Charged With Murdering Elderly Woman & Stealing 14,000, "Neighbour From Hell" Darren Greenham Jailed For Manslaughter After Gas Explosion Killed Toddler, Darren Greenham, 45, was jailed for 15 years for causing the death of 2-year-old George Hinds, SUBSCRIBE TO GET EVERY STORY TO YOUR MAILBOX. Oblivious to what experts said would have been an obvious smell and sound of gas, he continued cutting even after causing the leak which led to the explosion. Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. . Greenham, who suffered a serious head injury and lost most of the use of his right hand in the blast, pleaded guilty in August to manslaughter, damaging a gas meter and theft of gas. Detectives said he was intent on selling the cut pipes for scrap metal and had boasted to witnesses that he would make 400 to buy a car. His reckless actions caused the death of a completely innocent toddler, destruction to several homes and 100,000s worth of damage. The police enquiry is now being classed as a criminal investigation.'. "He lived his life without regard for the comfort of those who were unfortunate enough to live adjacent to him.". The explosion that took place on May 16, at around 2.36am, destroyed Greenham's property and damaged 55 others. 11:20, 11 FEB 2022. Sharon and Darren Greenham survived the Heysham explosion that killed two-year-old neighbour George Hinds, as detectives open a criminal probe after finding a cut pipe caused the blast. A third defendant, Paul Marsh, 54, from Heysham, also pleaded not guilty to damaging a gas meter and theft of gas. Something went wrong, please try again later. It tragically continued to him taking the boys life after a drink and drug fuelled night of reckless stupidity. You can also send story ideas to northwest.newsonline@bbc.co.uk, Grants fund learning and land management at Cumbrian farm, Construction of Burnley 11m commercial estate to start in June, Northern lights spotted across South Cumbria, Blackpool and Fylde College defends facebook post about the dissection of a pregnant shark which was branded 'senseless and cruel', Fleetwood Market undergoing 2m upgrade plus 'energy efficient' works, Burnley poacher arrested after speeding near Turf Moor and crashing car containing deer carcass, Human error to blame for deadly train crash, says Greek PM, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Why not follow BBC North West on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram? No-one should put their child to bed at night, in a place of safety, and not be able to see them alive again. A total of 55 properties in the area were damaged. "neighbour from hell" caused a gas explosion which killed a two-year-old boy after cutting a gas pipe to sell for scrap metal, a court has heard. A man who cut a gas pipe in his own property, causing an explosion which killed two-year-old George Arthur Hinds, has been jailed for 15 years. 'There are a lot of people who want to do good, but they don't know how to go about doing it, so by putting something in place, they always rise to the challenge. Having to say goodbye for one last time, I cant even describe in words what this felt like. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. Darren Greenham and his wife Sharon Greenham (Facebook/ Darren Greenham) According to the outlet, locals have described the impact to be "like a bomb going off" and dirt and debris covered . He died before he could be brought to justice. The judge said she and husband Stephen Hinds are still living in a caravan and had to borrow money after losing their home and all their possessions. Two homes completely collapsed as a result of the explosion, while another was seriously damaged. Sharon and Darren Greenham survived the Heysham explosion that killed two-year-old neighbour George Hinds, as detectives open a criminal probe after finding a cut pipe caused the blast As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "Not just in terms of the untold misery his actions have caused to Georges loved ones and the wider community of Heysham, but also in terms of his abhorrent behaviour in the months and years previous to that fateful morning. Shockingly, this included calling George a little ginger c***. ", Anyone with any information should contact police on 101 quoting log 0180 of May 16th or on the Major Incident Portal at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/0401020121W04-PO1. Darren Greenham, 45, used . I had everything I ever wanted. A. They are "truly remarkable people", he said. Please everyone dont take life for granted and look after your kids and yourselves. Over a two day sentencing hearing, the court heard how Greenham had been a nightmare neighbour for years with late night DIY, loud music and abusive rants at those living by. He was also given one month concurrent for theft of gas and damage to a gas meter. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. George's father Stephen Hinds clutched a Paw Patrol toy as he watched the sentencing from the public gallery with George's mother, Vicki Studholme, and a number of other neighbours. In March 2021, the gas meter in the property was badly damaged and soon after copper pipes could be seen all over the house having been removed "seemingly at random". Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Love you so so so so much x.. 'Every day this week has been a new challenge and to go from seeing my two-year-old beautiful boy from playing in the garden, to a week later planning his funeral in his new 3ft bed, is unreal. We would read a bedtime story before we left. He said: Seeing my son in his Paw Patrol coffin in the chapel of rest was heart-rending. Another defendant, Paul Marsh, who was said to have altered the gas meter in Greenhams property so gas could be received for free, was charged with damaging a gas meter and theft of gas, but died before his trial. "George was particularly close to my mum, she looked after him, she idolised him and he idolised her. Darren Greenham, 45 . A couple have denied killing their two-year-old neighbour in a huge gas explosion. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. Sentencing, Recorder Robert Altham said: Greenham was a selfish and disruptive neighbour. Police were called at 2.40am on the day in question, and were met with total devastation. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in May 2021, Emergency workers at the scene of the gas explosion last May, Two houses collapsed and a third was seriously damaged in the explosion. The judge said: "The only conclusion is the defendant was aware of these signs of danger or wasn't aware because of his self-inflicted impairment through alcohol and drugs". A man who cut a gas pipe in his own property, causing an explosion which killed two-year-old George Arthur Hinds, has been jailed for 15 years. Emergency services were called to the scene of the blast in Heysham . Paul Marsh, 54, from Heysham also previously appeared in court but has since died of natural causes. The judge listed anti-social behaviour including frequent bonfires, which prompted complaints seven or eight times a year. Sharon Greenham, 51, and 44-year-old Darren Greenham pleaded not guilty at Preston Crown Court to manslaughter, damaging a gas . George Hinds was killed in the blast which destroyed two homes and damaged another on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, at 02:45 BST on 16 May 2021. George Hinds was killed in the blast which destroyed two homes and damaged another on Mallowdale Avenue, Heysham, at 02:45 BST on 16 May 2021. Firefighters, police and paramedics scrambled to Mallowdale Avenue at around 2.30am after residents were woken by the sound of a blast. The court heard a total of 55 properties were damaged in the blast, which happened at 2.36am. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. An incredible amount of work has been done at the scene in a relatively short space of time and as well as identifying the source of the explosion we have also managed to recover some items of Georges, which I know means a lot to his parents. Darren Greenham, 45, had cut a pipe to 'make a bit of money'. Little George Hinds died in the gas explosion after being trapped in the rubble Credit: MEN Media. 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Darren and Sharon Greenham are fighting for their lives after the explosion that killed two-year-old neighbour George Hinds. In a tribute issued after the youngster's death, his "devastated" parents Vicky and Stephen said: "He was so precious to us. His wife Sharon Greenham, 51, is due to stand trial on October 4 charged with the same . To describe Darren as the neighbour from hell would be a massive understatement. The court heard how at the time of cutting the pipes, Greenham was under the influence of drugs and alcohol. She asked me to because it was always me that put him to bed at night. Two-year-old George Hinds died in a gas explosion after his next-door neighbour Darren Greenham cut a copper pipe in his own home in Heysham, Lancashire, on May 16 last year. Darren Greenham used an angle grinder to cut a pipe to sell for scrap metal Credit: PA. Four others, including his parents Vicky Studholme and Stephen Hinds, were rushed to hospital after the horror. The comments below have been moderated in advance. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The tears havent stopped. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He added it has "placed a strain on their relationship, how could it not". Both Marsh, of Banks Crescent, Heysham, and Sharon Greenham, now of Bowness Road, Lancaster, were bailed to appear at . VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Darren Greenham, 44, has been remanded in custody after he pleaded guilty to manslaughter and theft offences. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. A 52-year-old woman from Lancashire will face a trial over an allegation of theft of gas at a later date. Fuelled with petrol and causing thick black smoke, one of these would require firefighters to attend after spreading out of control to a border fence and another could be seen two miles away. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric'. The force said it was now treating the probe as a criminal investigation and inquiries continue into how the pipe came to be cut. In a statement read to the court when the sentencing hearing started on Wednesday, Ms Studholme said: After the explosion, being trapped in the rubble was the most scared I had ever been in my life. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Prince Andrew offered Frogmore Cottage - reports, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Man survives 31 days in jungle by eating worms, Eli Lilly caps monthly insulin costs in US at $35, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, China and Belarus call for peace in Ukraine. Parents Vicky Studholme, 42, and Stephen Hinds, 41, also survived the blast at their Heysham, Lancashire home in the early hours of May 16 that cost their beloved son's life. One on occasion, the fire spread to a border fence and another time smoke could be seen two miles away. Timothy Cray KC, prosecuting, said Greenham had been facing eviction proceedings and had been cutting pipes in the property with the intention of selling them for scrap. Emergency services had been called to the scene on Mallowdale Avenue at about 2.40am on Sunday, May 16. . An investigation found Greenham was intent on selling the cut pipes for scrap metal and had boasted to witnesses that he would make 400 to buy a car. And most importantly a life lost. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the explosion in Heysham, Lancashire, on May 16 last year after Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut the pipe while drunk and under the influence of . This is the face of the man whose wicked and selfish actions took the life of a much loved and cherished two-year-old boy. 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A heartbreaking tribute shared by father Stephen Hinds on his Facebook page after his son's death last Sunday, Emergency workers at the scene where a cordon was put in place on Mallowdale Ave Heysham, on Sunday May 16, More than 51,000 has been raised by the community in Morecambe after the blast which killed two-year-old George Hinds. Two-year-old George Hinds died in the blast in May 2021 when Darren Greenham, 45, used an angle grinder to cut a pipe in his home in Heysham, Lancashire, in the early hours of the morning while . Darren Greenham, 45, caused the death of two-year-old George Hinds in a gas explosion in Heysham, Lancashire, in May 2021, after cutting the copper pipes to sell as scrap. He was stripping the pipes to sell for 400 to buy a car, the court heard. Greenham, who pleaded guilty to manslaughter, damaging a gas meter and theft of gas, was sentenced to 15 years in jail at Preston Crown Court. 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