Man attempted to set Catholic church in Bruck an der Leitha on fire
In Bruck an der Leitha, a man attempted to set fire to a Roman Catholic church on Saturday afternoon. According to authorities, the suspect knocked over votive candles and placed prayer books nearby to promote the spread of flames. Passersby noticed the incident due to heavy smoke development, alerted emergency services, and detained the man until police arrived. He was subsequently arrested. This was reported by Krone.
The fire was quickly extinguished, preventing major damage to the building. No one was injured. The motive for the act is currently still unclear, as is the exact amount of property damage incurred.
Due to smoke and fire damage, the church is temporarily unusable for services. Therefore, upcoming masses will be held in the parish house chapel. The exact schedule will be announced through parish channels once it is determined.
Previously, UOJ reported that Nettetal commemorated the victims of National Socialism.
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