Inquiry into the fire at 3/40 Bowman Street, Richmond
Date of death
2013-07-05
Finding date
2015-12-15
Cause of death
Fire – deliberate pouring and igniting of accelerant by unknown person
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An inquiry into a deliberately-lit fire at Planet X, an indoor trampoline park at Unit 3/40 Bowman Street, Richmond, NSW, on 5 July 2013. The Deputy State Coroner determined that an unknown person deliberately poured kerosene and petrol accelerant throughout the premises and ignited it with intent to cause significant damage. The perpetrator forced open the insecure rear entrance, as evidenced by jimmy marks and expert analysis. Although police conducted a thorough investigation and captured the offender on CCTV footage, the individual could not be positively identified. A mixed DNA profile from materials at the scene was insufficient for database comparison. The fire originated along the walkway between the front door and counter. No evidence supported claims that the business owners were involved in the arson for insurance purposes.
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Contributing factors
- Forced entry to rear door with faulty strike plate and cavity construction
- Presence of kerosene and petrol as accelerants
- Large pour pattern of flammable liquid along walkway
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