A coroner investigating the deaths of Hannah Clarke and her children recognised the mother’s “astounding” bravery, saying it was unlikely anyone could have stopped Rowan Baxter’s murderous plans.
The 42-year-old splashed fuel inside the car and set it alight, before stabbing himself with a knife, dying nearby.The inquest was shown CCTV footage of Baxter buying zip ties, cleaning fluid and a fuel can days before the killings.He also bought three Kinder Surprise chocolates – presumably for his children – when he bought fuel.
Clarke’s parents Sue and Lloyd Clarke said at the end of the “unthinkably confronting” hearing they hoped the inquest will help others avoid the same fate.But Lloyd Clarke said nothing would have stopped Baxter.
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