Dispute with a neighbor leads to arson in Seia by an individual.
In the early hours of this morning, a significant incident took place in Seia's municipality. The Public Security Police (PJ) announced the arrest of a 49-year-old man suspected of starting two fires that threatened several villages in the area.
According to the PJ, the man was identified as the presumed culprit by witnesses. The initial assessment, conducted by patrols with soldiers from the Seia post, revealed that the fires were allegedly started due to a dispute with a neighbour.
The neighbour, who alerted authorities through 112, reported the incident, leading to the prompt response of the GNR of Seia. They deployed patrols to assess the situation and control the fires.
The man, who was found with minor burns and injuries by GNR soldiers, was taken to the GNR's Territorial Post in Seia. He has since been questioned by the police and is currently under investigation.
The fires, which threatened homes in Seia's municipality, were controlled early this morning, thanks to the quick actions of the emergency services. The exact location of the fires has not been disclosed for security reasons.
The 49-year-old man, who has not been named publicly, is suspected of arson following the dispute with his neighbour. Further details about the case will be released as the investigation progresses.
