Overview
- Criminal police continue the investigation into the October blaze in Altenthann after ruling out intentional arson.
- Investigators are examining negligent ignition and a possible technical defect as plausible explanations.
- The building, a former Thurn und Taxis hunting lodge used by a local golf club, was destroyed overnight in early October.
- Police say they have found no link between the internet post claiming responsibility and the fire.
- The case drew broad attention after early media coverage and commentary on X, including from Hungary’s Viktor Orbán.