Justice· Published on October 25, 2026

Limoges town hall fire: both suspects charged and jailed

Event date: Saturday, October 24, 2026

The two men arrested after the fire at Limoges town hall on 17 October, which broke out during violent unrest, have been charged and remanded in custody. Limoges public prosecutor Émilie Abrantes announced the decision in a statement on Saturday 24 October. The judicial investigation covers several charges, including criminal conspiracy to prepare a crime. The inquiry now continues under the authority of an investigating judge.