Arsonist Arrested for One of Portugal's Most Devastating Wildfires
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Arsonist Arrested for One of Portugal's Most Devastating Wildfires

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Summary:

  • 24-year-old man arrested for starting a major wildfire

  • Fire lasted for six days, destroying thousands of hectares

  • Incident resulted in loss of human life

  • Suspect has no apparent motive for the arson

Arrest of Suspected Arsonist in Oliveira de Azeméis

The Judicial Police have arrested a 24-year-old man suspected of starting a major wildfire in Oliveira de Azeméis. This fire, which raged for six days, devastated thousands of hectares of vegetation and tragically resulted in loss of human life.

Devastation from the Wildfire The fire consumed tens of thousands of hectares of brush and forest. Photo: Archive

The suspect, who works in manufacturing, has not provided any motive for his actions, raising concerns about the reasons behind such destructive behavior. This incident highlights the ongoing issues of wildfires and their severe impact on communities and the environment in Portugal.

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