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Hellmann’s to Pay for Repairs After Alleged Arson at Spanish Café Over Missing Mayo

The suspect remains in custody without bail following the August 21 blaze captured on CCTV.

Overview

  • Hellmann’s Spain said on Instagram it will cover repair costs for Cafetería Las Postas and keep the café supplied with mayonnaise.
  • The offer followed an incident in which a man allegedly ignited the counter after being told mayonnaise was unavailable, as seen on security footage.
  • Owner José Antonio Caballero estimated the damage at €7,000–€10,000 and reported no serious injuries among customers or staff.
  • Bystanders restrained the burned suspect before police arrested him, and a Spanish court later ordered him held without bail.
  • The brand’s public pledge drew mixed online reactions, with some praising the help and others criticizing it as opportunistic marketing.