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Tragic fire in Wilhelmshaven: child dies, mother fights for life
There was a tragic house fire in Wilhelmshaven in which a boy died and his brother was seriously injured. The public prosecutor's office is investigating arson.
Tragic fire in Wilhelmshaven: child dies, mother fights for life
On the night of Monday, June 24, 2025, a devastating fire broke out in a residential building in Wilhelmshaven. Tragically, a four-year-old boy died while his six-year-old brother was hospitalized in a critical condition. However, the 37-year-old mother and her four other children aged 7 to 18 are out of danger taz reported.
The fire department's rescue operation was remarkable; They were able to rescue all eight residents from the first and second floors of the house. Two other people also had to be treated in hospital. The children were scheduled to stay with their father that night but could not be picked up, leading to the catastrophic situation that hit the family.
Cause of fire and investigation
The investigation into the cause of the fire is already underway. The public prosecutor's office began an investigation into arson after it was discovered that rubbish and bulky waste had been set on fire in the entrance area of a vacant shop. A striking silver-colored small car, which indicates what happened at the time of the fire, is the focus of the police, who are still looking for witnesses. A series of arson incidents have caused a stir in Wilhelmshaven in recent days. It was only on Friday evening that a total of seven fires were reported between 8:48 p.m. and 11:45 p.m., with the total damage amounting to over 25,000 euros. A first fire in an allotment garden on Neuengrodener Weg led to a total loss of a gazebo, followed by three car fires. It is suspected that some of these fires were started intentionally, which further complicates the police investigation.
But what is happening in our city? The social situation in Wilhelmshaven is not uncomplicated. Hostility and racism are real and have been loudly criticized by local activists such as Wilma Nyari and Jessica Obame. The problems faced by the family involved in the fire are not the only ones of their kind. The mother planned to move in early July because of ongoing discrimination from neighbors and difficulties with property management. In a city with 79,000 inhabitants and a high proportion of votes for the AfD (20.2% in the last federal election), social pressure is noticeable and remains a sensitive issue.
The reaction of the police officers
Police have now warned of a fraudulent fundraising campaign set up by an alleged relative of the family. This underlines the importance of being vigilant and relying on reputable sources in such critical times. Citizens are encouraged to report suspicious observations to increase neighborhood safety. Police are using all available resources to find the perpetrators and establish a possible connection between the various arsons.
The situation in Wilhelmshaven remains tense. While the investigation is still ongoing, many are wondering how such a tragedy can be avoided and what consequences the current series of fires will have. In times like these, it is to be hoped that appropriate measures can be taken to both hold the perpetrators accountable and support the families affected.