The police of Uitvlugt station have arrested two suspects in connection with an attempted arson attack at a property on Reginalaan. The suspects attempted to set an office in the property on fire on Sunday, 18 October 2026. The first suspect, K.A., was arrested by police on the same day, shortly after the incident. His alleged accomplice, R.M., initially managed to evade police.
Second suspect arrested after manhunt
Following further investigation and search operations, fugitive suspect R.M. was nevertheless arrested on Friday, 6 November 2026. According to police, the pair attempted to set fire to an office on Reginalaan during the morning hours of 18 October. The vehicle in which the suspects travelled to the location was also seized by police.
Further arrests not ruled out
The investigation into the attempted arson attack is still ongoing. Police do not rule out further suspects being arrested in connection with this case. No further details have yet been released about the motive behind the alleged arson attack or any damage to the property.
