Woman Arrested in Keratea for Intentional Arson
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A 43-year-old woman was arrested in Keratea, Greece, for intentionally starting two fires.
- The fires occurred on the same morning in outdoor areas of the Lavreotiki municipality.
- The suspect confessed to starting the fires, and a case file has been opened against her for arson.
Authorities in Keratea, Greece, have arrested a 43-year-old woman suspected of intentionally starting two fires. The fires broke out in outdoor areas within the Lavreotiki municipality on a single morning. Investigators from the Fire Service's Arson Crimes Directorate (DAEE) determined that the woman deliberately set the fires at 11:05 a.m. and 11:24 a.m.
Firefighting forces were immediately mobilized to combat the blazes. The DAEE conducted an investigation, identifying the suspect and gathering evidence. During preliminary questioning, the 43-year-old woman admitted to starting both fires, confirming the findings of the investigation.
The suspect was apprehended later that day under the flagrante delicto procedure. A case file has been compiled against her, charging her with intentional arson committed repeatedly. The DAEE emphasized that all arson incidents are investigated thoroughly using available investigative and technical means.
"Those who endanger human lives, property, and the natural environment are identified, arrested, and brought to justice, facing the penalties prescribed by law," the DAEE stated, highlighting the seriousness of such offenses.
Those who endanger human lives, property, and the natural environment are identified, arrested, and brought to justice, facing the penalties prescribed by law.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.