# Arson investigation in Ajaccio, Corsica

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/arson-investigation-in-ajaccio-corsica
> Updated: 2026-09-07T07:47:39.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

Authorities in Ajaccio, Corsica, are investigating a devastating arson attack on the Bar des Lacs that occurred during the night of August 19 to August 20, 2026. 

Preliminary findings indicate that perpetrators likely poured two canisters of gasoline inside the restaurant and onto the owner’s vehicle, which was parked in front. While a blast effect was observed inside the establishment, investigators noted that no traces of explosives were found. Two canisters were recovered on an exterior walkway and in a nearby parking lot.

The Corse-du-Sud Interdepartmental Judicial Police (DCOS) is leading the investigation, focusing on charges including the destruction of property by dangerous means and the transport of incendiary substances. The incident has raised local concerns regarding the security of public establishments, particularly as it follows another fire involving a historic beach hut in Ajaccio one week earlier.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-07: Ajaccio police investigate devastating arson attack on local bar

Authorities in Ajaccio, Corsica, are investigating a devastating arson attack on a local bar involving gasoline canisters found at the scene.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ajaccio-police-investigate-devastating-arson-attack-on-local-bar

### 2026-08-20: Ajaccio bar destroyed in suspected arson attack

An arson investigation is underway in Ajaccio after the Bar des Lacs was destroyed by gasoline-fueled fires, marking the second such incident in the area within a week.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ajaccio-bar-destroyed-in-suspected-arson-attack

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