Arson in Ingolstadt: Investigations after fire in residential building!
Ingolstadt: Incident in an apartment building on July 22nd, 2025. Arson, evacuation, one person injured, perpetrator unknown.

Arson in Ingolstadt: Investigations after fire in residential building!
In the early morning hours of July 22, 2025, there was a fire in an apartment building on Wredestrasse in Ingolstadt, which, according to initial findings, was deliberately started. Over 50 residents had to be evacuated when the fire alarm went off between 2:30 a.m. and 2:50 a.m. A woman subsequently complained of slight breathing difficulties, but was treated as an outpatient on site. Fortunately, the tenants of the apartment directly affected were uninjured.
As the Pfaffenhofen Today Reportedly, the cause of the fire is a burning doormat on the first floor, which started the fire. There was material damage of around 2000 euros to the apartment door. The fire brigade, which arrived quickly on site, was able to largely extinguish the fire on its own and ensured that the building was thoroughly cleared of smoke and evacuated.
The local criminal police have taken over the investigation and are currently looking for possible witnesses who can provide information about the unknown perpetrator. They can call (08 41) 93 43 0. “We rely on the public’s help,” said a police spokesman. Countless questions remain: who started the fire and why? The situation remains tense and the police are hoping for important information to help solve the crime.
What to do if you suspect arson? As a preventive measure, it is important to be vigilant, especially in apartment buildings, and to report any abnormalities immediately. Current events underline how quickly a routine everyday life can turn into an emergency. Fishermen from a nearby residential area are shocked by the incident and express their sympathy for the affected residents.
In a further communication from the Bavarian police It becomes clear that the quick response of the fire and rescue services was crucial for the safety of the other residents. The fire is another wake-up call for everyone to think about fire prevention and safety in their own homes.
The incident not only affected the immediate residents but also shed light on security in residential complexes. The renewed call for vigilance and to report possible risks should be remembered by everyone.
It is all the more important that the investigation progresses successfully and the police find answers quickly. The ongoing uncertainty is leaving the population nervous and making them long for more security within their own four walls.