Mar 10 โ€ข 22:29 UTC ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Norway VG

Six dead and five injured in bus fire in Switzerland - may be arson

At least six people died and five others were injured in a bus fire in Switzerland, which police suspect may have been started intentionally.

A tragic incident occurred in Kerzers, Switzerland, where at least six people were killed and five others injured in a bus fire on Tuesday evening. Among the injured is an ambulance worker who arrived at the scene to provide assistance. The condition of three of the injured individuals is reported to be critical, raising concerns for their recovery.

Police received reports of the fire in the municipality of Kerzers in the Fribourg canton at approximately 6:25 PM. During a press conference later that evening, law enforcement officials suggested that the fire could potentially be an act of arson, as they revealed information indicating that one person might have doused themselves in gasoline on the bus. However, this detail has not yet been confirmed, and investigations are still underway.

This incident raises serious questions regarding safety and security in public transportation. The possibility of arson adds a layer of complexity to the investigation and heightens community fears about similar events occurring in the future. Police continue to gather evidence and witness testimonies as they work to discern the full circumstances surrounding this devastating event and ensure justice for the victims and their families.

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