Twelve shops closed after Richmond firebombing

A tobacconist in Richmond was the victim of a ram raid and firebombing early on Monday morning.

Nine reporter Christine Ahern told 3AW Breakfast hosts Jimmy Bartel and Mark Allen the damage has spread to surrounding businesses.

Press PLAY to hear her full report from the scene

“There’s about 80 firefighters on scene and there’s a community warning for smoke in the area,” she said.

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