1981 St. Valentine's Day fire at Stardust nightclub resulted in 48 deaths; coroner urges jury to examine fire evidence's timing.

Coroner Dr Myra Cullinane concluded her summary of evidence at the Stardust inquests, urging the jury to examine fire evidence carefully, particularly the timing of when it was first noticed inside and outside the nightclub. The 1981 St. Valentine's Day fire resulted in the loss of 48 lives. The inquests, held at the Rotunda Hospital, are set to resume next week as the coroner charges the jury and explains verdicts and matters they must consider.

March 22, 2024
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