Tragedy in Pamplona: fire at a psychiatric residence leaves one dead
A serious tragedy has shaken the city of Pamplona this week. An arson fire at the Padre Menni mental health residence, located in the Rochapea neighborhood, has caused the death of one woman and left 18 other people with injuries of varying severity.
The incident occurred when one of the residents started the fire in the facility. The rapid intervention of emergency services was necessary to evacuate patients and staff, who were affected by the rapid spread of flames and smoke throughout the building.
Following the event, fire crews and health services arrived at the scene to attend to those affected. The injured were transported to nearby hospitals to receive medical treatment, while local authorities have launched an investigation to clarify the exact details of how the incident originated.
This event has caused great shock in the local community and among the families of the residents. The Padre Menni center, known for its work in caring for people with mental health issues, is working closely with authorities to determine the necessary security measures following what occurred.
The investigation remains open, and more details regarding the health status of the injured and the circumstances that led the resident to start the fire are expected to be known in the coming days. The city of Pamplona has expressed its solidarity with the victims and all the staff of the affected center.