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Manhunt Underway After Arson Attack on Turramurra Childcare Centre

Police have launched a criminal investigation into the suspicious blaze with the centre closed pending further inquiries

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Overview

  • NSW Police declared the July 10 fire at Play to Learn Early Learning Centre in Turramurra a suspicious arson and started a manhunt for those responsible
  • Fire and Rescue NSW crews arrived shortly after alarms triggered the sprinkler system and extinguished the blaze by 4.25 am
  • Investigators discovered signs of forced entry and accelerant use and are reviewing CCTV footage from throughout the facility
  • Play to Learn’s Turramurra centre will remain closed as management focuses on supporting families booked for care
  • No injuries were reported and damage was limited to smoke and water from the sprinkler system