Japanese Cult Buys Remote Australian Station
In April 1993, the Japanese cult Aum Shinrikyo, known for its apocalyptic beliefs, purchased Banjawarn Station, a remote cattle property in Western Australia. The group, led by Shoko Asahara, attracted attention due to its secretive activities and alleged experiments on the property.
Mysterious Explosion Shakes the Desert
In May 1993, nearby residents reported a powerful explosion at Banjawarn Station, accompanied by a strange light in the sky. The blast, felt up to 100 miles away, was investigated by Australian authorities, but no clear explanation was found at the time. The event raised suspicions as Aum Shinrikyo was later linked to chemical and biological weapons research.
Connection to the Tokyo Sarin Attack
Two years after the explosion, Aum Shinrikyo carried out the 1995 Tokyo subway sarin gas attack. This deadly incident drew further scrutiny toward the cult’s activities in Australia, with speculation that Banjawarn Station had been a test site for their weapons research.
In April 1993, the Japanese cult Aum Shinrikyo, known for its apocalyptic beliefs, purchased Banjawarn Station, a remote cattle property in Western Australia. The group, led by Shoko Asahara, attracted attention due to its secretive activities and alleged experiments on the… pic.twitter.com/FALbnFydXj
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