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Canberra Today 27°/30° | Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | Digital Edition | Crossword & Sudoku

Man dies after car explosion

A MAN has died in hospital following a car explosion in Conder yesterday (August 2).

The man, 51, was treated on the scene on Heidelberg Street at about 4.55pm before being taken to hospital in a critical condition with multiple injuries.

He later died from his injuries in hospital.

WorkSafe attended and are also conducting an investigation into the incident.

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Police are urging anyone who may have any information to contact 1800 333000, or via the website using reference number P1674490. 

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