14 September 2015

Gas explosion at Braddon Maccas

14 September 2015 | Canfan

ACT Policing attended McDonalds restaurant in Braddon yesterday evening (Sunday 13 September) following a small gas explosion.

About 9pm, a 41-year-old man from Giralang entered the restaurant and ignited a 9kg gas bottle which he had brought with him. The man sustained possible life threatening injuries. He was treated at the scene by ACT Ambulance and conveyed to the Canberra Hospital.

No other patrons or staff were injured in the explosion.

ACT Policing and ACT Fire and Rescue evacuated the occupants of the restaurant and the floors immediately above in James Court as a precaution.

Cooyong Street was closed between Mort Street and Northbourne Ave while the cause of the explosion was determined.

Investigations are ongoing but police do not believe there is any further risk to the community.

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has information that could assist police to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800333000 or online via act.crimestoppers.com.au. Information can be provided anonymously.

(ACT Policing media release)

Join the conversation

All Comments

All Comments
Website Comments
Facebook Comments

LatestOldest

Tooks10:23 am 18 Sep 15

For those unable to read between the lines: he was the only one injured and police don’t believe there is further risk to the community. Just a hint but I’d be looking at mental health issues before crying terrorism.

wildturkeycanoe7:04 am 18 Sep 15

gb12390 said :

still havent been able to locate any info on why this happened? Anyone know, or have heard of any motivation behind this?

Like the turning back of the boats, keeping the information from the public will make the problem go away and keep the public safe from the truth.

gb1239010:10 pm 17 Sep 15

still havent been able to locate any info on why this happened? Anyone know, or have heard of any motivation behind this?

Rollersk8r1:27 pm 14 Sep 15

Shocking news. And it’s a wonder this hasn’t yet been reported as terrorism?? Why on earth would someone do this?

Featured Businesses

Electricians

True Connection Electrical

Since 2014, True Connection Electrical have been servicing residential and small commercial clients with reliable, trustworthy and top-quality electrical work.

Find out more

Insurance Brokers

allinsure

Allinsure has been a trusted insurance advisory to thousands of Australian business owners for almost 20 years.

Find out more

Mortgage Brokers

Clarity Home Loans

A passionate team of Canberrans helping other Canberrans secure their home loans. No frills, no commissions, no brainer.

Find out more

Professional Services

RSM

We share skills, insight and resources, as well as a client-centric approach that's based on a deep understanding of your business.

Find out more

Community Club

Canberra Southern Cross Club

We're proud to give you a place where friends and family can come together for good food and great entertainment.

Find out more

Lawyers

Kamy Saeedi Law

When you need a criminal or commercial lawyer, you don’t want to take any chances. You want someone in your corner that you can trust like your life depends on it - because it does.

Find out more