Father of 5-year-old placed under formal investigation after deadly Carpentras fire
A 35-year-old man was formally charged following a fire in Carpentras that killed his partner and their 10-year-old daughter, while their 5-year-old son remains seriously injured.
Prosecutor adjoint David Dufour announced that the 35-year-old father has been placed under formal investigation after a blaze erupted in their Carpentras apartment. The fire claimed the lives of his same-age partner and their 10-year-old daughter. Their 5-year-old son suffered grave injuries but his condition is no longer life-threatening. Firefighters arrived before 8 a.m. on Tuesday, and police were called immediately.
Why it matters
The case highlights a tragic domestic fire and a criminal investigation into possible arson, affecting a surviving child and local safety concerns.
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