38-year-old woman arrested for arson in Saronida — fire destroyed two hectares
A 38-year-old woman was arrested in flagrante delicto for a fire in Saronida, Attica, which broke out following a vehicle ignition. Investigations continue to clarify the causes.
Arrest of 38-year-old woman for fire in Saronida, Attica
The Investigative Unit for Arson Crimes in Eastern Attica has proceeded with the arrest of a 38-year-old woman as part of a flagrante delicto procedure, in connection with a fire that broke out in Saronida, Attica, according to Google News GR — Crime (el). Specialised personnel from the Fire Service collected critical evidence that led to the identification of the suspect.
The 38-year-old woman is being taken to the competent prosecutorial authority, whilst investigative services continue their inquiries to fully clarify the causes of the fire.
According to the Fire Service, the fire broke out at approximately 16:30 following a vehicle ignition and spread to adjacent land, burning approximately two hectares in total.
The Fire Service also provided information for the entire fire season period: from 1 January to 4 September 2026, 763 administrative fines have been imposed, totalling €1,277,352.72, whilst 331 flagrante delicto arrests have been carried out. Of these, 294 (88.82%) concern negligence and 37 (11.18%) concern wilful conduct.
The Unit for Combating Arson Crimes (D.A.E.E.) and investigative services remain on heightened operational alert, conducting intensive inspections. The Fire Service emphasises that the vast majority of fires are due to human negligence and reminds of the obligation to observe fire safety measures, as well as to avoid work that may cause ignition.
Source: Google News GR — Crime (el)