Devastating fire in Cologne restaurant: Police are looking for witnesses and waves 10,000 euros!

Devastating fire in Cologne restaurant: Police are looking for witnesses and waves 10,000 euros!

Published: Thursday, 10.10.2024 08:17

In the Cologne southern part of Cologne, there was a devastating fire that completely destroyed a popular Indian restaurant. The flames that broke out on the night of September 9 led to a considerable property damage of around 500,000 euros. The police have now found out that one can assume that the severity of the incident increases.

An attentive resident noticed the dense smoke development, which rose from the restaurant on Severinstrasse, and immediately alerted the fire brigade. Despite a quick reaction, the emergency services were only able to secure the remains of the now almost completely burned building. The Indian restaurant, which was popular with locals and guests, is now destroyed.

reward and information

The company's insurance has suspended an impressive reward of 10,000 euros for clues that could lead to the identification of the alleged perpetrator. This decision is part of the efforts to advance the investigation and shows the serious endeavor of the authorities to put light on the dark.

The police are looking for a lonecropy and hopes that the public can provide useful information. The suspicion of arson makes the case particularly delicate and gives rise to concern in the neighborhood. The investigators take into account that similar incidents could have happened in the past, which affects the feeling of security in the area.

Details on the investigation are still sparse, but the crime -technical team is said to have already ensured extensive traces. For more information, See the current reporting on radio-erft.de .