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Wismar Church Door Set on Fire as Police Probe Suspected Arson

Police pursue a suspected serious arson case, seeking witness tips.

Overview

  • The fire broke out shortly before midnight on September 5 at a church on Turnerweg in Wismar.
  • Firefighters arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze, limiting damage to the historical door to about €1,000.
  • State criminal investigators are handling the case under suspicion of serious arson.
  • No suspects have been identified, and investigators appealed to the public for information.
  • Regional reports cite official police statements, with coverage distributed via dpa.