Police are investigating arson by burglar

Heusden-Zolder At the Astridlaan in Heusden-Zolder this morning fire broke out in a home. The inhabitants were at that time to the market. There is a presumption of evil intent by a burglar.

It was around 8 p.m. when local residents smoke noticed in the house of the family Veltjens. The inhabitants were at that time to the market in Lummen. The fire brigade rushed to the spot, had the fire under control, but was not able to prevent the damage in the house was great.

Braaksporen

From further investigation, it soon became clear that there braaksporen on the back of the house were to be seen. A branddeskundige of the public prosecutor's office examined the house and could have several trouble spots to determine.

“We have no idea who is behind these facts can sit," says the son of the residents. “We are also not allowed to go, so have no idea if something is stolen. It is all very bizarre. Also sort of creepy when you think of it.”

All points for the time being to that the potential intruder, the fire itself and lighting. In the house was also rather disorder founded. What was effectively stolen, it is still not clear. The police will take care further about the matter. No one was injured.