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Man Detained After Fire Inside Sagrada Familia Church in Morelia

Authorities report no injuries from the blaze at the Sagrada Familia church.

Overview

  • Emergency services responded Thursday morning to a fire at the Templo de la Sagrada Familia in the Felícitas del Río neighborhood of Morelia.
  • Firefighters entered the building, extinguished the flames, located a man inside, and removed him safely.
  • Policía de Morelia detained the presumed suspect and placed him at the disposal of authorities, and officials reported no casualties.
  • Residents gathered outside the church and attempted to attack the detainee, expressing anger and fear that he would be released.
  • Videos shared on social media allegedly show overnight vandalism and the arson; some reports say the detainee may have a mental disorder, a claim not confirmed by officials.