arson

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He had worked two decades as a deputy, but was new to the arson and explosive squad.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Security had already been beefed up at Jewish public institutions, following a suspected arson attack on a synagogue in the port city of Rotterdam on Friday.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

In January 2025, the Palisades fire was caused by a small arson fire that was handled by firefighters Jan. 1 but rekindled during severe wind conditions six days later.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

The bar's French owners, Jacques and Jessica Moretti, have been accused by authorities of manslaughter by negligence, bodily harm by negligence and arson by negligence.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

Imam Malik is walking through the mosque, pointing at the ceiling, which has been damaged by flames, and talking with a police officer, who is then interviewed about the arson.

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan