On May 16, 2026, multiple fires were reported around the Vedovini family home in Haut-Vernet. Emergency services responded quickly to the situation, ensuring the fires were extinguished without injuries.
Incident Details: Fires at Vedovini Home
Witnesses noted that the fires began around midnight. Local residents observed firefighters and police on the scene, responding to the urgent situation promptly.
A neighbor, who owns a secondary residence nearby, recounted the firefighters checking his property to ensure the flames hadn’t spread. “I am waiting for more information,” he said.
Investigation and Arrest
Prosecutor Antoine Pesme confirmed the presence of distinct fire outbreaks near the Vedovini residence. Thankfully, no occupants were inside the home at the time.
- Time of Incident: Around midnight
- Injuries: None reported
- Fire Source: Strong scent of gasoline detected, suggesting intentional acts
- Response Time: Prompt action aided by a young local resident reporting the fires
Authorities have initiated an investigation led by the Seyne gendarmerie, with additional assistance from the Digne-les-Bains research brigade. During this process, a 70-year-old man was taken into custody early that Saturday morning.
This individual, who had no prior police record, had booked a hotel room in the area the previous day. He inquired about the Vedovini family’s residence shortly before the fires.
Upon his arrest at the hotel, the man displayed no resistance and had the smell of gasoline on him, further raising suspicions.
As the investigation unfolds, officials hope to shed light on this alarming incident near the Vedovini home in Haut-Vernet.
