GNR detains man suspected of causing fire through negligence in Alvaiázere

The GNR has detained an individual suspected of causing a fire through negligence in the municipality of Alvaiázere, in Leiria district.

GNR detains man suspected of causing fire through negligence in Alvaiázere

GNR detains man suspected of causing fire through negligence in Alvaiázere

The Guarda Nacional Republicana has detained a man suspected of causing a fire through negligence in the municipality of Alvaiázere, located in Leiria district. The arrest followed investigations into the origin of the fire.

The authorities concluded that the fire originated from careless behaviour by the suspect, who failed to observe the necessary safety precautions. The alleged negligence resulted in the start of a fire that consumed forest area.

The detainee was presented to the competent judicial authorities for the respective procedural decisions. The crime of fire caused by negligence is punishable by law and may result in a custodial sentence or fine, depending on the severity of the damage caused.

Source: TVI

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