16 Jul, 11:16··

Man starts fire in office – several people in hospital

ZEIT Online

A man started a fire at a government office in Finsterwalde, Germany. He threatened a civil servant and used a liquid inside the building. Four people were hospitalized after the incident.

The fire occurred at a youth office in Finsterwalde, Brandenburg. A 35-year-old man is suspected of starting the fire. He threatened a female employee before the fire began. Five people were injured in the incident. Police are investigating the cause and motives of the suspect.

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Highlights

Finsterwalde Fire Suspect

A man is suspected of starting a fire in a government office.

Threat and Fire Setting

The man threatened a civil servant and poured a liquid inside.

Youth Office Involved

The fire occurred at a youth office in Finsterwalde.

Five Injured in Fire

Five people were injured as a result of the fire.

Police Investigating Incident

Police are investigating the motives and potential impact of the fire.

Timeline

4h span
16 Jul, 11:1616 Jul, 15:39
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