Police have concerns for person after van explodes, catches fire in Hamilton

Police believe the person is likely to have sustained burns.
Police believe the person is likely to have sustained burns. Photo credit: Getty Images

Police are worried about the wellbeing of a person after a van exploded and caught fire late on Saturday night.  

Police are asking the public for help to identify a person who they believe may have fresh burn injuries.  

A police spokesperson said a person was standing near a van's open door when it exploded and caught fire. 

The van was parked on Moore Street in Hamilton at around 11:15pm when it caught fire after an explosion. 

"The person then walked quickly away from the vehicle towards the Minogue Park area," the spokesperson said.  

Police believe this person is likely to have sustained burns and "we are concerned for their wellbeing". 

"Anyone who witnessed the fire or has any information, or knows someone who has recently sustained unexplained burn injuries, is encouraged to contact police on 105 quoting file number 230910/3401."