Arson Attacks Destroy Four Cars in Andorra's Aixirivall, Prompting Heightened Vigilance
Sant Julià de Lòria council ramps up security after two deliberate vehicle fires this month alarm residents, pledging full support to investigations.
Key Points
- Two arson attacks this month: Oct 4 (1 car), Sunday (3 cars) in Aixirivall.
- No injuries; flames startled locals; no suspects identified.
- Mayor Cerni Cairat visited site, council offers resources to police and firefighters.
- Pledge for heightened patrols and resident safety.
Sant Julià de Lòria parish council has heightened vigilance in the Aixirivall neighbourhood following two arson incidents this month that destroyed four vehicles, leaving residents alarmed.
The latest fire on Sunday evening consumed three cars, with flames growing large enough to startle locals, though no one was hurt. It came after a separate blaze on October 4 that wrecked one vehicle. Authorities believe both were intentional, but no suspects have been identified as investigations continue.
Mayor Cerni Cairat and council members visited the scene Sunday night to assess the destruction. In a statement, the council pledged full support to police and firefighters, offering human and technical resources as required. It emphasised ongoing coordination with emergency services and readiness to bolster patrols or checks if needed.
The parish authority underscored its commitment to residents' wellbeing and community harmony, while praising the professionalism of security forces and emergency responders involved.
No new details have emerged on the causes or perpetrators.
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