Man arrested after burning shop near gas valve in Legnica
He faces charges of arson after a fire caused a gas leak, court ordered 3 months’ remand.
A 31-year-old man was arrested by police in Legnica after allegedly setting fire to a shop in the area of Orzeszkowa Street, triggering a dangerous gas leak.
The fire broke out on 17 October. Flames appeared right next to a gas installation valve, and the high temperature damaged parts of the system, causing gas to be released. No one was injured.
The court heard the case and applied pre-trial detention for three months. The suspect faces charges related to the alleged arson.
For the alleged offence, he could be sentenced to up to 10 years in prison. The investigation continues.
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Source:
Poland Police