Man arrested over Limoges town hall fire during protests

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A 40-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday, October 20, in northern Haute-Vienne in connection with the fire at the Limoges town hall during the October 17 protests. The arrest was confirmed by the public prosecutor. The suspect was detained in Val-d'Issoire with assistance from the RAID unit. He is reportedly known for ties to the far-left, according to AFP sources. The anti-terrorist unit is co-investigating, though the act is not currently classified as terrorism. The fire destroyed the town hall's belfry and roof, shocking France. The mayor has demanded state aid, and Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu will visit Friday, promising reconstruction.


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