In a shocking incident at a store in The Entrance, CCTV footage reportedly captures a man pouring petrol both inside and outside the establishment before igniting it while a family remained inside. According to police, the suspect smashed a window at around 4pm yesterday to pour the accelerant into the premises before setting it alight.
Inside the shop, a family with two young children was forced to flee as flames engulfed the area. They remain anonymous for privacy reasons. One family member recounted the traumatic experience, stating that everyone involved is still in shock.
A young girl, displaying remarkable bravery, grabbed her brother’s hand and leapt over flames to escape. A relative praised her as a hero, emphasising that she saved her brother’s life during the chaotic moment. The family expressed not knowing the individual responsible for this terrifying event.
Authorities have arrested 22-year-old Brandon Duncan, charging him with multiple serious offenses relating to the incident. The situation has left the community shaken as they come to terms with the potential dangers posed by such acts of violence.