Nicosia, Cyprus. A 40-year-old man was remanded for seven days on Tuesday in connection with a suspected arson attack on a building in the capital, police said.
Arrest and investigation
Police said the suspect, a Nicosia resident, was arrested on Monday afternoon on the basis of a court warrant to assist with investigations into the fire. Authorities received information earlier that morning about a blaze at a building in Nicosia.
Fire response and findings
The fire was extinguished by residents before the arrival of the fire brigade, while police officers carried out examinations at the scene. Initial findings indicated the fire had been started maliciously using flammable material.
Court proceedings
Police said testimony obtained during the investigation implicated the 40-year-old. He was brought before the Nicosia district court on Tuesday morning, which issued a seven-day remand.
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