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Man Sentenced to 14 Years After Cannabis Explosion Kills Boy

5/14/2025

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  • Reece Galbraith, 33, received a 14-year sentence for manslaughter after his illegal cannabis factory exploded, tragically claiming the life of seven-year-old Archie York in Benwell, England, on October 16, 2024. The devastating blast obliterated six homes, leaving 81 adults and 59 children homeless. Archie's mother voiced her profound anger, highlighting the irreversible damage inflicted on their family.