Three bodies found in fire-ravaged building

Three bodies were discovered in the rubble of a building damaged by a fire in Clermont-Ferrand, according to local rescue services on Saturday, October 31. The fire had severely damaged the structure, which is located in the city center of the Auvergne region.

Body recovered late Friday night

Rescue workers recovered a fourth body late on Friday, October 30, just before midnight, as the search continued through the early hours of Saturday. The discovery came the day after the fire broke out in the building.

Criminal origin suggested

The prosecutor's office has indicated that the fire may have had a criminal origin, suggesting that it was not an accident. This has raised concerns about the possibility of arson or other intentional actions leading to the blaze.

Suspect arrested in investigation

A man was arrested on Friday and placed in custody as part of the ongoing investigation into the cause of the fire. Prosecutors have stated that the fire could be linked to criminal activity, prompting a more thorough look into the circumstances surrounding the incident.