Police make additional arrests over Torrensville fire

On Monday 10 November, Operation Eclipse detectives, assisted by officers from Northern District, conducted a search of a Paralowie home and subsequently arrested a 40-year-old man from the address.  It is alleged that the arrested man was the driver of the vehicle involved in the arson which collided with a number of vehicles when fleeing the scene.

He was charged with arson, two counts of attempt murder, six counts of aggravated endanger life, illegal use of a motor vehicle, five counts of driving without due care, drive disqualified and fail to stop and give particulars. The man was refused police bail and will appear in the Elizabeth Magistrates Court later today, Tuesday 11 November (CO2500047122). 

Yesterday's outcome follows the arrest of a 37-year-old woman from Angle Park on Tuesday 28 October. The woman is alleged to have supplied the accelerant used in the arson to the primary suspects, knowing the accelerant was intended to be used in the arson attack.

The woman was charged with aid and abet arson and has been bailed to appear in the Adelaide Magistrates Court on 14 January 2026.

Detective Superintendent Shane Addison, Serious and Organised Crime Branch, said these arrests are a significant milestone in the ongoing investigation,

“These arrests reflect the seriousness of the alleged offending and the determination of Operation Eclipse to ensure those responsible for arson and serious violence offences are held to account, to disrupt those involved in the illicit tobacco trade, and keep the public of South Australia safe from serious and violent crime.”

Detectives are continuing to investigate this incident and urge anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au or free call on 1800 333 000 or - you can remain anonymous.

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