Krefeld Arson Suspect Partially Admits to Fires, Denies Intent to Kill

The 38-year-old Iranian defendant disputes full culpability in the ongoing trial, citing mental health issues and police misconduct during his arrest.

• The suspect, accused of multiple arson attacks in Krefeld on October 10, 2024, has partially confessed to starting some fires but denies intending to harm anyone.
• He disputes a psychiatric evaluation that found him fully culpable, claiming his actions were influenced by medication, fear, and mental distress.
• The defendant, known to authorities under 27 aliases, has a history of violent crimes and previously served prison time in Germany.
• He alleges police shot him twice in the legs while he was already restrained during his arrest, raising questions about the use of force.
• Efforts to deport the suspect to Iran have repeatedly failed due to his refusal to sign a voluntary return declaration required by Iranian authorities.

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Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung Stern RP ONLINE