BEAVERTON, Ore. – Authorities have arrested Pavel Shved, a man with a history of starting fires, on charges of arson at the Beaverton Transit Station. The incident occurred on November 8, 2024, when a security officer on patrol noticed the parking garage shake and heard a loud explosion, leading to flaming embers flying through the … Read more
Police in Gosford, New South Wales, are seeking the community’s help in identifying a man who ignited gas cylinders in two legal practices in the city’s central business district. The incident led to the evacuation of dozens of employees from a building on Donnison Street on Thursday afternoon, after reports of explosions and black smoke … Read more
Houston, Texas – A 38-year-old woman from Houston has been charged with arson and murder in connection to the death of a firefighter. The accused, whose identity has not been disclosed as the investigation is ongoing, was arrested by authorities on Wednesday. The tragic incident occurred when the Houston Fire Department responded to a blaze … Read more
Austin, Texas – An Austin man has pleaded guilty to arson charges after confessing to planting multiple pipe bombs in the city. The man admitted to setting fires and causing explosions in various locations over the past few months, resulting in significant damage and posing a threat to the community. Authorities were able to apprehend … Read more
Tokyo, Japan – A tragic incident unfolded when a man accused of setting an Olympic runner on fire also succumbed to severe burns, as confirmed by hospital authorities. The suspect’s death followed shortly after the athlete’s tragic fate, adding a grim twist to an already shocking event. The Olympic runner, who remains unnamed, was reportedly … Read more
London, England – A man in the UK has been sentenced to nine years in prison for arson following violent far-right riots. The man, identified as a 34-year-old, was convicted of setting fires during the unrest that took place last year. The fires caused significant damage to multiple buildings in the area. The judge presiding … Read more
Scotts Valley, California – A suspected arsonist was arrested by the Scotts Valley police following an attack on Thursday night. The incident led to the arrest of an individual believed to be responsible for the destructive act. Authorities responded to reports of a fire that had been intentionally set, causing damage to property in the … Read more
In Teesside, a region known for its ongoing battle against crime, recent court cases have brought several individuals to justice for various offenses. Throughout February, the courts have been busy dealing out sentences to those involved in violent incidents, drug trafficking, and other criminal activities. These cases shed light on the challenges faced by the … Read more
KYOTO, JAPAN – An arson attack on Kyoto Animation Studio in 2019 has led to a death sentence for the perpetrator, Shinji Aoba, whose mental health was taken into consideration during the trial. Aoba set fire to the studio, resulting in the deaths of 36 people and injuring 32 others. The attack was one of … Read more
TOKYO, Japan – A 45-year-old man, Shinji Aoba, has been sentenced to death for committing arson at an anime studio in Kyoto that resulted in the deaths of 36 individuals in 2019. Aoba, who was convicted on Jan 25, indicated that he accepted the court’s decision, a local media report stated. His defense team, advocating … Read more