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Hero in the night: Driver puts out fire and saves the forest!
A 75-year-old prevented a forest fire in Frauenneuharting that was caused by arson. Police are investigating.
Hero in the night: Driver puts out fire and saves the forest!
In Frauenneuharting, an attentive driver may have prevented a forest fire late on Thursday evening, August 15, 2025. At around 11:15 p.m., the 75-year-old noticed a small fire next to the road between Moosen and Großaschau and reacted immediately.
The older gentleman stopped, put out the fire himself and then called the emergency number. As the South German newspaper Reportedly, unknown people had set a pack of wood lighters on fire and placed them under bushes and trees. Thanks to the driver's quick action, the damage caused was kept to a minimum, so the fire department only watered the affected area.
Police focus on arson
The Ebersberg police have initiated an investigation into intentional arson. The detectives are looking for witnesses who can provide information about the perpetrators or the incident. Anyone who has seen anything is asked to call 08092/8268-0.
Fortunately, at the moment the material damage is very minimal, which puts a positive spin on the circumstances. Thanks go to the 75-year-old, whose quick intervention was able to prevent something worse from happening.
These incidents remind us of the importance of being mindful in nature and reporting suspicious activity immediately to protect our forests. The fires in the region have been a growing problem, with any indication of possible arsonists being of great importance.
Although the police have now started an investigation, it remains to be seen whether the perpetrators can be caught. It is to be hoped that such dangerous games can be prevented in the future in order to ensure the safety of people and nature.
It is important for people in the region to remain vigilant and take such incidents seriously. Fire reports and quick action can be crucial in critical situations.