Law enforcement agencies are currently conducting an inquiry.
In an unexpected turn of events, a field fire was reported in Hilden, Germany, on Saturday afternoon, May 31, 2025, at around 5 p.m. The incident was quickly brought to the attention of the local authorities, with the Mettmann Police Headquarters leading the investigation.
The fire was reported by a vigilant witness who had seen two children, aged between 12 and 14, tampering with the field edge at Horster Allee. After setting the field on fire, the children fled on their bicycles towards DΓΌsseldorf street. Thankfully, the swift intervention of the fire service managed to extinguish the approximately 15-meter-long burning field edge.
The police are currently seeking information about the identity of the children involved in the incident. Anyone who observed the fire or has information about the children is encouraged to contact the Hilden police at 02103 898-6410. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can reach out to the Mettmann Police Headquarters at 02104 982-1010.
The two children were dressed in dark clothing, but no further details about their identities or motives have been released. However, in the context of a related event, a boy named Beppo claimed to be a new friend of Linus and was present at an incident on a fairground, indicating he could provide relevant information.
The Mettmann Police Headquarters can also be found on various social media platforms. You can visit their homepage at https://mettmann.polizei.nrw/, follow them on Twitter at https://twitter.com/polizei_nrw_me, like them on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/Polizei.NRW.ME, or keep up with their latest updates on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/polizei.nrw.me/?hl=de. The Mettmann Police Headquarters have also launched a WhatsApp channel for important and interesting police news: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaAl7vKEgGfNSUkFwp3g.
The extent of the property damage from the field fire is currently unknown. The Mettmann Police Headquarters and the fire services are currently investigating the incident and seeking any additional information that may help in their investigation.
The police urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. If you have any information about this incident or the identity of the children involved, please contact the relevant authorities as soon as possible. Together, we can help ensure the safety of our communities.
