A 16-year-old boy has been sentenced to two years in a youth facility for his role in a tragic bus fire that occurred in Enebakk, Norway, in July of the previous year. The incident involved the boy, who was then 15, igniting the fire with a gasoline can while seated at the back of the bus, which resulted in a severe blaze that endangered the lives of ten passengers onboard. The fire ultimately led to the death of 75-year-old Fazia Begum, who succumbed to injuries sustained during the event, and left two other passengers seriously injured.

The case was adjudicated in the Follo and Nordre Østfold District Court, which imposed the youth sentence on the perpetrator. His defense attorney, Ole-Kristian Ringnes, mentioned that while he has briefly informed his client about the ruling, a deeper review of the judgement has yet to be conducted. The ruling signifies the legal system's response to a grievous act of negligence, particularly concerning the safety measures in place for public transport.

This conviction highlights issues of youth criminality and the consequences of reckless actions that result in loss of life and serious injury. The community and public transportation authority may need to consider reevaluating safety protocols and educational programs targeting youth to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.