Three arrested in Latvia over suspected arson at Estonian defense firm

Three individuals have been apprehended in Latvia in connection with an alleged arson attack on a building belonging to the defense company Milrem Robotics in Tallinn, Estonia. Estonian public broadcaster ERR reported the arrests on Wednesday.

Available information suggests the fire was a planned act. Estonian prosecutor Gardi Anderson stated that two of the three suspects have had their arrest warrants approved by a court. The suspects are expected to be transferred to Estonia to face charges. A decision regarding the detention of the third suspect is pending.

"We are examining all versions, including whether this is sabotage," Anderson added. The incident occurred on August 15 at 1:45 a.m. when the Emergency Situations Center received a report of a fire in a warehouse building in the Lasnamäe district of Tallinn. Firefighters managed to contain and extinguish the blaze, and fortunately, no one was injured.

Milrem Robotics is known for its development of robotic warfare solutions, including unmanned ground vehicles. The company has been a significant player in the defense technology sector, particularly in Europe.

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We are examining all versions, including whether this is sabotage.