The inquest into the death of Jo Shaw, a 35-year-old mother who died in a house explosion in Bristol, has revealed that she suffered fatal blast injuries. The incident occurred on 3 May at her home in the city, where she lived with her child.
Details of the Incident
Ms Shaw's former partner, Ryan Kelly, 41, also died in the explosion. Avon and Somerset Police are treating the incident as a deliberate homicide, though they have confirmed they are not seeking any other suspects. The explosion left three other individuals, including a child, with minor injuries.
Inquest Findings
An inquest into Ms Shaw's death was opened and heard that she sustained penetrating fragmentation blast injuries to her chest and pelvis, which proved fatal. The coroner's court was told that these injuries were consistent with an explosion of significant force.
Family Tribute
Ms Shaw's family paid tribute to her, describing her as a devoted mother whose actions were heroic in protecting her child during the incident. They expressed their deep sorrow and requested privacy as they grieve.
The investigation into the explosion continues, with police focusing on the circumstances leading up to the event. The community has been left shocked by the tragedy, and support services have been made available to those affected.
