Abandoned Mall in Bensheim Burns, 5,000 Euros in Damage

An abandoned shopping mall in Bensheim was severely damaged in an overnight fire. Firefighters contained the blaze quickly, but the cause remains unknown.

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2025 October 18 . 12:03 PM

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Abandoned Mall in Bensheim Burns, 5,000 Euros in Damage

An abandoned shopping mall in Bensheim, Germany, was engulfed in flames overnight on Saturday, 11th October. The fire, which caused around 5,000 euros worth of damage, was swiftly contained by firefighters. No injuries were reported.

The blaze was first noticed as smoke around 2 am, prompting a quick response from firefighters who managed to control the situation. The South Hesse Police Headquarters reported the incident. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation by the Criminal Police. Witnesses with information or who may have seen something suspicious are urged to contact the 1st Commission in Heppenheim on 06252/7060.

The abandoned shopping mall in Bensheim was severely damaged by the fire, with the total cost of damage estimated at 5,000 euros. While no one was injured, the cause of the fire remains unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.