Chilean firefighter and forestry worker arrested, charged with arson causing 137 deaths in February.

Chilean authorities have arrested a firefighter and a forestry worker on suspicion of starting a fire in February that led to the deaths of at least 137 people. The suspects, employed by the National Forestry Corporation, are currently in custody and have been charged with arson resulting in death. The devastating fire impacted the Valparaíso region, located more than 122 kilometers from Santiago, Chile's capital.

May 25, 2024
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