Bicester Fire: Three Dead, Community in Mourning

Bicester Fire Tragedy Claims Three Lives; Community Mourns A devastating fire at a former RAF hangar in Bicester, Oxfordshire, on Thursday night resulted in the tragic deaths of three people: two firefighters and a man who worked at the site. The incident has deeply affected the community, with residents expressing their shock and sorrow. 57-year-old David Chester, an employee at the Bicester Motion business park, was identified as one of the victims. The two firefighters, 30-year-old Jenny Logan and 38-year-old Martin Sadler, both served with Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service. They were among the first responders to the blaze. "It's incredibly tragic," said Louisa Britton, reporting live from Bicester. "Throughout the morning, people have continued to lay flowers both here at Garth Park and at the nearby Bicester fire station." Two additional firefighters sustained serious injuries and remain hospitalized. Thames Valley Police are investigating the incident but have confirmed it is not a criminal investigation. The fire at the former RAF hangar is now under control. The outpouring of grief and support highlights the profound impact of this tragedy on the community. The courage and dedication of the firefighters are being remembered by those who knew them and the wider public.