A body has been found following an explosion in a car.

Police were called to a report of a loud explosion and a vehicle on fire on the A498 near Nant Gwynant at 1.57pm on Tuesday.

North Wales Police said a body was found inside the car.

A spokesperson said: "Sadly, a body, yet to be identified, was discovered in the driver’s seat.

"Police are working closely with the coroner and the Home Office pathologist in order to confirm identification of the victim and circumstances surrounding the incident."

They added: "We are appealing to any witnesses who may have seen the explosion, or the vehicle at the location prior to the incident to contact us via our live webchat online or on 101 quoting reference Z160711."