Manhunt following explosions, fire in Gosford town centre

A man of “short stature (and) chubby build” is wanted by NSW Police following several explosions and a fire in a NSW city.

The explosions were reported at an office building on Donnison St in Gosford on the state’s Central Coast about 2.20pm on Thursday.

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“The building was evacuated, and no injuries have been reported as a result of the explosions,” NSW Police said.

A building on the same street was later reported on fire.

Police have released a CCTV image of man they believe can assist investigators.
Police have released a CCTV image of man they believe can assist investigators. Credit: NSW Police

“Police were told that a man entered the office before allegedly lighting a fire and fleeing the scene,” police said.

Paramedics treated a 54-year-old employee for smoke inhalation, with no other injuries reported.

Explosions were reported at an office building in Gosford on Thursday afternoon.
Explosions were reported at an office building in Gosford on Thursday afternoon. Credit: 7NEWS
The building was evacuated and no injuries have been reported as a result of the explosions.
The building was evacuated and no injuries have been reported as a result of the explosions. Credit: 7NEWS

Investigators now “wish to speak with a man seen in the area at the time of the incident”.

He is described as aged in his 60s and of short stature with a chubby build.

He was wearing an all-black face covering, a black t-shirt, dark pants and shoes, and a dark cap.

Donnison St remains closed in all directions, and the community is urged to avoid the area.

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