Attention Wilhelmshaven: 18-year-old caught in container when laying fire!

Attention Wilhelmshaven: 18-year-old caught in container when laying fire!

In Wilhelmshaven, the police caught an 18-year-old man in Flagranti while trying to set a light on a container on Prussiastrasse with a lighter. This happened on April 27, 2025 at 11:45 p.m. when the officers became aware of his dangerous activities. The emergency services managed to stop the fire attempt quickly before causing serious damage.

The authorities now examine whether the arrested person is also responsible for previous container fires in the area. The police have already taken measures to counteract further arson in the city and will continue to drive the investigation intensively.