Police charge 23-year-old for allegedly setting fire at Graham Bricknell Memorial Music Shell in Bunbury
Bunbury detectives have charged a 23-year-old man after he allegedly set a fire at the Graham Bricknell Memorial Music Shell — which caused around $100,000 worth of damage.
It is alleged about 8.30pm on May 13, the accused set fire to various items stored next to the building.
The fire spread, scorching the building's walls and destroying a shopping trolley, a large glass feature, and an electrical box.
A Department of Fire and Emergency Services spokesperson said two crews were sent to battle the blaze.
'They found a shopping trolley full of rubbish alight that had been pushed against the wall of a switchboard,' the spokesperson said.
The Bunbury man was charged with criminal damage by fire, and faced the Bunbury Magistrates Court on May 15.
The public women's toilets at Queens Gardens were also 'extensively vandalised' on the same night, though the 23-year-old is not charged in relation to this separate incident.
The City of Bunbury condemned both incidents in a social media post.
'We are deeply disappointed and strongly condemn the senseless acts of vandalism that have occurred overnight at two prominent locations within our beautiful city,' it said.
'It is with disappointment that we let our community know of extensive damage caused by fire at the Graham Bricknell Memorial Music Shell.
'The area has been fenced off and will remain closed until further notice.
'We are also assessing the damage and the impact this will have on upcoming, popular community events, including the Walk for Reconciliation.
'These acts of vandalism are not only criminal offences, but also demonstrate a blatant disregard for our community spaces and the resources intended for the benefit of all residents and visitors.
'The financial burden of these repairs, coupled with the disruption to public amenities and community spaces, is significant and ultimately impacts every member of our community.'
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