Suspect detained for setting several fires in Águeda
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Suspect detained for setting several fires in Águeda

Correio da Manhã9 September 2026 at 11:40

A man was detained on suspicion of having set several fires in Águeda. The arrest was made by police and the suspect was placed in preventive detention.

The last fire allegedly set by the detainee occurred early Monday evening. The fire was located in the locality of Serém de Cima, which belongs to the municipality of Águeda.

Authorities believe the suspect may be involved in several fires in the region, not just the one that occurred in Serém de Cima. The investigation continues under police authorities.

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