STAFFORD – Authorities are investigating a “large explosion” which caused a home to catch on fire early Tuesday morning.
The explosion occurred shortly after midnight at 253 Neptune Drive. Officers found a man outside on the front lawn who suffered severe injuries. He was airlifted to Temple University Hospital. News 12 New Jersey is reporting that the victim died but authorities have not confirmed that information.
Police have not yet determined what caused the explosion.
Photo courtesy Stafford Township Police Department
Stafford Police thanks all the responding agencies at the scene including: Stafford Township Detective Bureau, Stafford Township Fire Department, Stafford Emergency Medical Services, NJ Natural Gas, Ocean County Fire Marshall, Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, Ocean County Crime Scene Investigation, and Berkeley Hazmat Team.
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