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Car completely burned out in Reinaldapark Haarlem

A car was completely destroyed in a fire at the Reinaldapark in Haarlem during the early hours of the morning. Police are currently investigating the cause of the blaze and have not ruled out the possibility of arson following reports of a loud noise from local residents.

A vehicle was completely destroyed by a fire in the Reinaldapark located in Haarlem during the early hours of the morning. Local residents reported hearing a loud noise around 3:00 a.m. when the blaze was discovered. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, and the police have stated that they are not ruling out the possibility of arson as the cause of the fire.

This incident follows a pattern of similar events in the same park, as vehicles have been set on fire there on multiple occasions in the past. Police officials are continuing their inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the blaze while urging anyone with relevant information to come forward to assist with the investigation. No suspects have been identified at this time, and the extent of the damage has left the vehicle beyond repair.

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Based on reporting by rss. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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