Garbage bins in flames in Hilden: Police investigate fire!

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In Hilden, two paper waste bins were damaged by fire during the night. The police are investigating and looking for clues.

Garbage bins in flames in Hilden: Police investigate fire!

Mettmann (ots)

In the early morning hours of October 27, 2024, a shocking incident occurred on Ohligser Weg in Hilden: a fire destroyed two paper trash cans! At 2:45 a.m., an alert witness noticed the blazing fire and immediately alerted the police. The emergency services were quickly on the scene and saw the extent of the destruction - the two trash cans had burst into flames!

Despite the rapid response of the fire brigade, the fire was not extinguished in time and the damage amounts to several hundred euros. Why this arson happened remains a mystery for now, as the police immediately launched an investigation. Are there any connections with a series of other fires in the region that have occurred in recent weeks, particularly in the south of Hilden? That remains unclear – the investigators are already on the ball!

Call for help

The Hilden police are sending an urgent appeal to the public: Anyone who has information about the fire or possible perpetrators should call 02103 898-6410 immediately. Every detail could be crucial! The city remains tense and expects suspects to be brought to justice. In this exciting situation, residents' nerves are on edge as the investigation is in full swing.