Approach in Marchtrenk: Process against alleged perpetrators begins

Approach in Marchtrenk: Process against alleged perpetrators begins

A trial in Wels is currently dealing with a serious case of arson. On Tuesday, a 29-year-old man will be charged, who is said to have laid fire on an uninhabited farm in Marchtrenk, in the Welsland district for several months. This incident could lead to a potential prison sentence of one to ten years for the defendant.

The arsons go back to the end of 2022 when the man set fire to an old square in Marchtrenk Stroh on December 27th. Fortunately, the fire brigade was able to quickly extinguish the fire and prevent the flames from spreading to the surrounding area. But this was only the beginning of a series of arsons that caused excitement in the region.

High financial damage caused by repeated arson

further fire follows, and the Situation escalated in April 2023 when the accused man worked twice again. The total damage caused amounts to more than 100,000 euros. In July 2023 there was finally a dramatic incident when the farm was in full fire when the first firefighters arrived. The flames quickly spread to the roof structure and initiated a massive use of the fire brigade.

In addition, there are serious allegations against the accused: he is supposed to have a friend who had observed him during his actions, not to give the police any information. The indictment against him is structured on several aspects, including the attempt to disguise evidence. The legal consequences of these arsons can now be expected by the process in Wels, where the members of the court take a close look at the situation.

For more information on this case and the current developments, a detailed analysis can be viewed on ooe.orf