Second suspect arrested in Limoges town hall fire investigation

lejdd.fr (French) —

A second suspect was arrested Thursday morning in the Creuse department in connection with the serious fire at the Limoges town hall on October 17. The detention of the main suspect has also been extended by 48 hours. The arrest was made with assistance from the RAID unit in Bordeaux, according to Prosecutor Émilie Abrantes. This development follows the initial investigation into the fire that occurred during recent unrest. The fire is part of broader violence and looting that affected thousands of businesses across France, prompting government measures including localized curfews and support funds.


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