The media called the likely cause of the fire in the operetta in Dresden arson by teenagers

The cause of the fire in the building of the former state operetta in the German city of Dresden could be arson by teenagers. This was reported by the Bild newspaper on June 10.

According to the newspaper, the police suspect three girls aged 11-12 years of arson.

"The girls came under the close attention of investigators due to numerous witness interviews and analysis of video materials," the police said in a statement.

The investigation is ongoing. According to Bild, police officers remain silent due to the age of the suspects. It is specified that minor citizens are under special protection. According to the material, local law enforcement agencies will not disclose details about the investigation.

Onega Shipyard burned in Karelia: what happened, the victims

The explosion of a gas cylinder could be the cause of a large-scale fire.

The fire occurred on the evening of June 6. 60 employees of the fire service were involved in extinguishing the fire. No injuries were reported.