Brian Hobbs died in Stardust fire, inquest hears

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An inquest heard evidence about the cause of death of Brian Hobbs, who was killed in the Stardust nightclub fire. The proceedings were reported on 11 January 2024.

The jury heard that Brian Hobbs was 21 and had a carbon monoxide level of 39 per cent in his body.

Simon Mills SC, a member of the coroner’s legal team, said there was also evidence that Brian’s body had been exposed to significant heat. Consultant pathologist Dr Richard Shepherd confirmed that the cause of death was rapid incapacitation due to the inhalation of fire fumes and heat.

The evidence was heard at Dublin District Coroner’s Court. The report said the inquest would continue in the Pillar Room of the Rotunda Hospital.