A gas explosion victim has died in hospital five days after a blast at a former convent.
Police have confirmed the 23-year-old succumbed to his injuries yesterday in hospital while a second man is still fighting for his life.
The Evening Times told last week of the blast in Newmains, near Wishaw, which left several others injured and saw frightened victims flee from the scene.
Two workers who were clearing asbestos last Thursday from the pastoral centre on Bonkle Road were rushed to Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
An air ambulance was deployed in the area and police locked down the street.
Residents were evacuated from the area while police officers set up a cordon.
The centre is owned by the Catholic Church and closed due to financial constraints.
A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "We can confirm a 23-year-old man succumbed to his injuries in hospital on Monday, October 9 2017.
"A 26-year-old man remains in hospital in a serious condition.
"A joint investigation is ongoing with police and the Healthy and Safety Executive and a report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."
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