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27-Year-Old Chase Bank Employee Identified as Victim in Youngstown Building Explosion

Youngstown, Ohio – The Mahoning County coroner’s office has identified the victim of the building explosion in Youngstown as 27-year-old Chase Bank employee Akil Drake. The tragic incident took place at the Chase Bank/Realty Building on Tuesday, leading to Drake’s untimely death. According to the Youngstown Police Department, a natural gas explosion occurred at the bank where Drake was working before he was sadly found deceased in the building. The police department confirmed that all …

Gas Explosion in Youngstown Realty Tower Claims Life of Chase Bank Employee

Youngstown, Ohio – A tragic gas explosion at the Realty Tower downtown claimed the life of one man, identified as 27-year-old Akil Drake, an employee of Chase Bank. The explosion occurred in the basement of the building where the bank leased space for a branch. Mayor Jamael Tito Brown expressed condolences to Drake’s family and colleagues during a news conference on Wednesday morning. Brown described the heartbreaking task of informing a mother that her son …

3News to Live Stream Youngstown Mayor’s Update on Deadly Explosion

Youngstown, Ohio – Mayor Tito Brown will address the public on Wednesday morning following a tragic explosion that occurred in downtown Youngstown the day before. Three people have been confirmed dead, with one of them being a 27-year-old Chase Bank employee whose body was recovered overnight. The press conference is scheduled for 11 a.m. to provide updates on the situation. In the wake of Tuesday’s explosion, seven individuals were hospitalized, with one person listed in …

Deadly Natural Gas Explosion Rips Through Youngstown Building, Injuring Several

Youngstown, Ohio – One person has tragically lost their life and several others have been injured following a natural gas explosion that caused significant damage to a building in downtown Youngstown, Ohio. The incident occurred on Tuesday, according to local fire officials. The body of a missing 27-year-old employee was recovered late that same night, as reported by various news outlets. Additionally, seven other individuals were taken to the hospital for treatment of their injuries. …

Explosion Rocks Downtown Youngstown, Ohio: 7 Injured, 2 Missing

Youngstown, Ohio – An explosion rattled downtown Youngstown, Ohio, causing injuries to seven individuals, with two more reported missing. The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, left one person in critical condition and prompted authorities to issue warnings to the public. The explosion caused chaos and confusion in the area, with emergency responders rushing to the scene to assist the injured and assess the damage. The cause of the explosion is currently under investigation, with authorities …

Massive Explosion Rocks Downtown Youngstown, Ohio Building, Multiple Injuries Reported

Youngstown, Ohio – Multiple individuals sustained injuries in downtown Youngstown, Ohio, following a significant explosion that caused severe damage to a building on East Federal Street. The explosion occurred just before 3 p.m. Rescue crews quickly evacuated occupants from the upper levels of the building, which also houses apartments. The building houses a Chase Bank branch on the ground floor, and officials from the bank have been coordinating with local authorities to ensure the safety …

Explosion at Chase Bank in Downtown Youngstown Injures Multiple People, Prompts Safety Alert

Youngstown, Ohio – Police in Youngstown, Ohio, issued a public safety alert urging locals to steer clear of the downtown area following an explosion at a Chase Bank building that left multiple people injured, with one in critical condition. The afternoon blast resulted in the complete destruction of the ground level of the JP Morgan Chase bank, as indicated by dramatic photos and videos from the scene. A security video captured the intensity of the …

Devastating Explosion Rocks Downtown Youngstown, Multiple Injuries Reported

Youngstown, Ohio – A major explosion at a building in downtown Youngstown has resulted in multiple injuries, prompting officials to urge residents to avoid the area. The incident, believed to be caused by a possible natural gas leak, has raised concerns in the community. Local authorities, including the Youngstown Professional Fire Fighters Local 312 and the Mahoning County Emergency Management Agency, are actively responding to the situation to ensure public safety. Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown …

Downtown Youngstown Rocked by Massive Explosion on Federal Street

Youngstown, Ohio – An explosion struck downtown Federal Street this afternoon, causing significant damage to the Realty Building and surrounding areas. The blast, which occurred around 2:45 p.m., left a large crater at the building’s base and shattered windows nearby. Emergency response units swiftly arrived at the scene to assess the situation. The cause of the explosion remains unknown, although reports mention a strong smell of natural gas and the sound of hissing reminiscent of …