A man in his mid-50s was arrested in Fredericia Saturday evening after allegedly starting a fire in a residential building on Norgesgade, leading to the evacuation of several residents. Police have charged him with aggravated arson, a serious offense under the penal code.

The suspect is scheduled to appear in court in Kolding on Sunday, where a judge will determine whether he will be remanded in custody. The duty officer at the South East Jutland Police confirmed the arrest and the impending court appearance.

The charge against the man involves intentionally endangering others through arson. This particular section of the penal code is rarely invoked, as most arson cases involve property damage.