Arsung shakes Olching: 50,000 euros in damage to supermarket!

Arsung shakes Olching: 50,000 euros in damage to supermarket!

In the night of Friday, July 4, 2025, the fire brigade was called for a fire in a consumer market on Feursstrasse in Olching (Fürstenfeldbruck district). Local residents had noticed the fire at around 11:15 p.m. and immediately alerted the rescue workers. On site, the emergency services found a burning pallet stack out of the outside, from which the flames attacked the facade of the market. Fortunately, there were no injuries, but the property damage is estimated at around 50,000 euros, so reports the Süddeutsche Zeitung .

The investigation by the Fürstenfeldbruck criminal police indicate that it is intentional arson. The Kripo also checks possible connections with other fires in the region, such as the incident at the Olchinger recycling center at the end of June. The fire brigade also had to free a nearby dental practice from the smoke, which illustrates the extent of the fire. The specialists of the criminal police are now looking for information and witnesses who have observed the crime or suspicious activities. Residents are asked to report on 08141/6120, such as the Police Bavaria

arson in focus

Unfortunately, arson is a recurring problem in Germany. According to a publication by the Federal Criminal Police Office, the number of arson incorporation fluctuates from year to year. From 2014 to 2024, numerous cases were registered nationwide, which underlines the importance of preventive measures. The local population is particularly invited to be vigilant and report suspicious situations in order to counteract such incidents Statista .

The conditions in Olching raise questions that not only employ the investigators but also the citizens. What's going on here? Where could the danger come from? And how can you protect yourself against such acts as a community? The answers will hopefully become clearer in the coming days, but one thing is certain: the cooperation between the police and the citizens is crucial to prevent such incidents in the future and to ensure security in the region.