The father injured in the explosion of his house in Vila Nova de Milfontes died in hospital this Monday. José Coelho, who lost his wife and daughter on the day of the tragedy, suffered burns on 70% of his body and has been hospitalized in Coimbra since Wednesday.
The bodies of the woman, 48-year-old Helia Santos, and her youngest daughter, 9-year-old Luisa, were found under the rubble of the home.
Francisco, 13, the couple’s eldest son, is the only survivor of the tragedy. The child is hospitalized at the Dona Estefani Hospital in Lisbon.
The explosion was caused by a leak in a butane cylinder, authorities confirmed. morning PostAccording to a source close to the investigation, it was an “accident” and no foul play was suspected.
The Portimão Judicial Police has collected evidence that allows them to determine the location of the escape.
Author: Carolina Cunha
Source: CM Jornal
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