French authorities have arrested a man and deployed anti-terror police to investigate a suspected arson attack on a town hall in the central city of Limoges. The historic building, a listed structure dating back to 1883, suffered catastrophic damage during the incident on October 17, resulting in the collapse of its roof and belfry.
The involvement of anti-terror investigators underscores the severity of the response to the fire, which targeted a prominent civic landmark. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the motive behind the protest-related blaze and the extent of the suspect's involvement.
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