Irish man killed in Darwin gas explosion named

The man killed in a suspected gas explosion in Australia, yesterday, has been named locally as Patrick Bird.

The 24-year-old, whois originally from Bailieborough in Cavan died when the van he was sitting in outside his house in Darwin, exploded.

It is believed the blast was caused by an overheated gas cylinder, which was in the back of his vehicle.

A keen GAA player, Patrick had been living in Australia for some time and worked as a refrigeration mechanic.

A full investigation into the incident is now underway.