Fire alarm in Bochum: Who recognizes the garbage can fireister?

Fire alarm in Bochum: Who recognizes the garbage can fireister?

Neulingstraße 15, 44799 Bochum, Deutschland - in Bochum, a fire occurred in the early morning hours of October 17, which was caused by a previously unknown perpetrator. Around 1:30 a.m., the investigators started an incident in which a garbage can on the school premises of a primary school on Neulingstrasse, near Weitmar, went on fire.

according to the first reports, including probably also residents, a young man who handled the garbage can with a flashlight on his mobile phone. Shortly afterwards the burn began to burn. Before the fire could spread further, the fire brigade was alerted and was able to quickly extinguish the fire. Fortunately, there were no injuries and no major damage.

description of the perpetrator

The investigators are currently collecting information on the incident. According to witnesses, the perpetrator is said to have been male, about 20 years old and about 180 cm tall. His hair was described as short and dark. At the time of the crime, he wore a striking black jacket and light blue jeans, which could take off from the crowd and maybe facilitate identification.

The incident certainly attracted the attention of the police and the citizens. It is not the first time that there are willful ignitions, which exacerbates the starting point for further investigations into arson. The police therefore ask for witnesses: Anyone who has seen something or can give information about the perpetrator is urgently asked to report to the responsible criminal commissioner. The contact numbers are 0234 909-8405 and for the crime guard it is 0234 909-4441.

This fire puts on a number of questions, especially about the motives of arson in the area. Even if there are no injuries in this case, it shows how important precautionary measures are in the night hours to prevent similar incidents.

The police have so far not commented on this topic, but the incident will certainly also keep an eye on in the neighborhood and police investigations. The situation requires a rapid clarification to counteract potential consequential damage. As is so often the case with such incidents, it remains to be seen whether there is a breakthrough in the investigation. Information on this incident is of great interest to the police to further guarantee security in Bochum.