Explosive explosion in front of Café: three suspects from the Netherlands!

Ermittlungen nach Explosion vor Café in Wetzlar: Drei Verdächtige aus den Niederlanden wegen schwerer Brandstiftung in Haft.
Investigations after explosion in front of Café in Wetzlar: three suspects from the Netherlands for serious arson in detention. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Explosive explosion in front of Café: three suspects from the Netherlands!

On October 20, 2024, a serious incident occurred in Wetzlar when a fire set in front of Café Deja VU exploded. The incident that took place during the Gallus market and happened at 4:39 a.m. led to a considerable property damage of 30,000 euros. Fortunately, there were no injuries. However, the explosion ensured great concern in the local community and made the authorities listen.

After six months of intensive investigations, the police have now identified three suspects from the Netherlands. The public prosecutor's office in Wetzlar has initiated the suspects, a 46-year-old man, a 31-year-old woman and a 16-year-old young person, investigation into serious arson and brought about an explosive explosion. This information was made by Tagesschau and Presseportal confirmed.

Investigations and international cooperation

The incident led to a comprehensive examination in which the Lahn-Dill police department set up a special commission with 22 members. These officers carried out trace security, neighborhood surveys and video evaluations. As part of these investigations, indications of a presumably tackled vehicle with Dutch license plates could be secured.

On the basis of the collected evidence and international cooperation with the Dutch police authorities, the suspect could be found. On March 25, 2025, the suspects' apartments were searched in the Netherlands, with extensive evidence being secured. It is particularly worth mentioning that one of the suspect made extensive statements and put his accomplice.

legal steps and delivery

The Wetzlar public prosecutor is now examining the obituary of arrest warrants and applying for the delivery of the suspects on the legal welfare route. These legal steps are crucial in order to be able to bring the suspects to court and to comprehensively clarify the background of the attack. Despite the serious allegations, the identity of the cooperating suspect was not announced.

The authority emphasizes that the investigation is progressing and that all relevant traces and information will still be followed in this alarming case. It remains to be seen which further developments will occur in this matter.

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