In the city of Barakaldo, located in the province of Bizkaia, police have detained a woman suspected of involvement in a residential building fire. The incident occurred on the night of November 13 in one of the apartments on the third floor of a building on El Carmen street. One resident died as a result of the tragedy, and three others sustained injuries of varying severity.
When emergency services arrived at the scene, they found that one of the men had jumped out of a window in an attempt to escape the flames. Two other residents called for help from their windows, while a fourth was trapped in the inner courtyard. Firefighters quickly evacuated all the victims and handed them over to medics for first aid.
The injured, aged between 46 and 60, were hospitalized. Unfortunately, a 48-year-old man who had jumped from the window died in the hospital several hours later due to severe injuries sustained in the fall. The other residents remain under medical supervision.
Investigation into the cause of the fire
Immediately after the incident, police officers began investigating the circumstances of what had happened. The main theory is that the fire was not accidental but the result of intentional actions. During the investigation, authorities focused on a 44-year-old woman living in the same area.
On Tuesday, the suspect was detained and taken to the police station for further investigation. She was questioned about the arson case that resulted in one death and injuries to three other residents. After initial procedures, the woman is expected to be handed over to the court.
Condition of the victims and progress of the investigation
At present, all victims have received the necessary medical assistance. The two men rescued by firefighters, along with a fourth resident of the apartment, remain under specialist observation. Their lives are not in danger, but recovery may take some time.
The investigation is ongoing. Police are carefully examining the circumstances, interviewing witnesses, and analyzing evidence to determine all the details of the incident. Authorities emphasize that the case remains under close scrutiny due to the severity of the fire’s consequences.
Local reaction and next steps
The tragedy in Barakaldo has caused a strong response among local residents. Neighbors of the deceased express their condolences to his family and hope for the swift recovery of the other victims. Security measures in the area have been reinforced, and residents are urged to remain vigilant and support one another.
Police remind everyone of the importance of seeking help promptly in emergency situations. Authorities promise to keep the public updated as new information becomes available.
