Fire in Döbeln: Police are investigating possible arson!
Police deployment in Central Saxony after fire in Döbeln: Investigations into arson are ongoing. Current information here.

Fire in Döbeln: Police are investigating possible arson!
On the night of Saturday to Sunday there was a fire in a gazebo in an allotment garden in Döbeln, in the Central Saxony district. According to the information from the Saxon newspaper The police have already started an investigation into arson. The fire cause investigator from the Chemnitz criminal police was called in to clarify the incident.
The investigation is currently ongoing and a technical defect in the electrical installation cannot be ruled out. The investigation into the cause of the fire is left to the police team and is being pursued at full speed.
Current developments in Central Saxony
Central Saxony is one of the diverse regions of Saxony and includes cities such as Freiberg, Döbeln and Mittweida, as well as rural communities. This vibrant community is characterized by an active police, fire and emergency services that are on duty around the clock View reported. The Chemnitz Police Department regularly publishes reports on events in the region, which include traffic accidents, burglaries and fraud.
Fire service operations, which are carried out by both volunteers and full-time staff, cover a wide spectrum - from fires to technical assistance to storms and accidents. The documentation of these operations shows the challenges and successes of the emergency services in the region.
Arson in focus
It's no wonder that arson is always on the radar of the security authorities. According to statistics from the Federal Criminal Police Office on police-recorded cases of arson in Germany, which extend up to 2024, such incidents are unfortunately not rare. Common causes and those involved are recorded in detail to gain a better understanding of these crimes. This data is also available online on Statista, which you can access via this link can access.
The issue of arson concerns not only the police, but also the population. It is important to remain vigilant and informed to better prevent such dangerous incidents in the future. In Central Saxony, we are working on solutions to strengthen citizens' sense of security and minimize risks.