Drama in Saarlouis: Police are looking for arsonists in the house!

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Apartment fire in Saarlouis: Police are looking for two suspects for serious arson and attempted murder.

Wohnungsbrand in Saarlouis: Polizei sucht nach zwei Tatverdächtigen wegen schwerer Brandstiftung und versuchtem Totschlag.
Apartment fire in Saarlouis: Police are looking for two suspects for serious arson and attempted murder.

Drama in Saarlouis: Police are looking for arsonists in the house!

A dramatic apartment fire on Karcherstrasse in Saarlouis caused a stir on Sunday morning, May 25, 2025. The fire department was alerted at around 9:00 a.m. when a fire broke out in an apartment. A 27-year-old man had to be rescued from the smoke-filled apartment. The Saarland State Police Directorate announced on Monday, June 16, 2025 that this case was being investigated for particularly serious arson.

The police have indications of a possible attempted homicide. According to the investigation, arson is suspected. The investigating authority has also announced that two unknown male suspects are to be caught. Surveillance cameras recorded the two men, raising hopes that the case could be resolved quickly.

Description of the suspects

Police have asked the public for help. The description of the men wanted is as follows:

  • Person 1:
    – Alter: ca. 40-50 Jahre
    – Glatze
    – Raucher
  • Person 2:
    – Alter: ca. 25-40 Jahre
    – Bartträger
    – Führte ein rotes Fahrrad mit der Aufschrift „BTWIN“ und einen grünen oder gelben Turnbeutel mit sich

Authorities are asking witnesses who may have information about the identity or whereabouts of the suspects to come forward. This information could be crucial for the further course of the investigation. Information can be given directly to the Saarbrücken criminal investigation service on 0681/962-2133 or to any police station. It is also possible to submit information via the state police department's online watchdog: www.onlinewache.saarland.de.

The alleged crime not only represents a serious criminal offense, but has also shaken confidence in the safety of the community in Saarlouis. The investigation is in full swing and the police hope that the case will be solved soon. The shocking incident is a reminder of the importance of cooperation between the public and law enforcement.

For more information about the incident and the ongoing investigation, please refer to reporting by Saarbrücken newspaper and Localo referred.