A major fire engulfed the main bakery of Jokioisten Leivän in Jokioinen early Sunday morning, leading to an investigation by the Hämeen police, who suspect the possibility of arson. The fire, which was detected around 4:30 AM, appeared to have originated from the outside of the building. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported despite the extensive damage caused by the blaze.

The fire department, Kanta-Hämeen, continued to address smoldering remnants of the fire throughout the night, ensuring that the site was safe and clearing away debris, as stated by the rescue chief, Tero Haapala. He indicated that the cleanup operations would likely extend into Monday afternoon to address the aftermath of the incident fully. The local community is now urged to provide any relevant information related to the fire as investigations proceed.

This incident highlights significant concerns regarding fire safety and potential criminal activities within local businesses. As the investigation develops, the local authorities will seek to understand the circumstances surrounding the fire, which could have dire implications for community trust and business security if foul play is confirmed.