Four Injured at Fireworks Display in King's Lynn

At the Fawkes in The Walks event in King's Lynn, attended by a record 20,000 people, four individuals were injured after a firework, not part of the official display, exploded in the crowd. The incident occurred shortly after the fireworks finished, leading to injuries including burns, with one woman requiring further treatment at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. West Norfolk Council confirmed that doctors and paramedics were present on-site and treated the injured for minor injuries. The council emphasized their efforts to discourage outside fireworks, noting that the rogue firework originated from a nearby property. Local police are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses to come forward. Attendees expressed shock and fear, with one mother recounting a near miss involving her child, prompting concerns about future events.