# Águeda forest fire arson investigation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gueda-forest-fire-arson-investigation > Updated: 2026-09-24T16:43:02.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 2. In early September, the Polícia Judiciária (PJ) detained a 49-year-old man suspected of causing multiple forest fires in the Águeda municipality. Investigators noted a consistent modus operandi involving a “direct flame” method and suggested the suspect’s actions might be linked to “possible framework of alcoholism and a strong compulsivity.” Following a subsequent fire in Serém de Cima on September 23, the man was detained again. It was revealed that the suspect had been previously detained approximately 15 days prior and was under court-ordered measures that included mandatory alcohol dependency treatment and periodic appearances. Authorities believe the new ignition, which occurred near several residences, may be connected to the same patterns of compulsive behavior and alcoholism. Recent reports confirm the suspect remains linked to several other ignitions recorded throughout the year. Investigations continue as authorities monitor the suspect's connection to multiple fire incidents in the region. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: Portugal reports multiple fatal accidents and arson investigations Portugal reports multiple fatalities from drowning, tractor accidents, and railway collisions, alongside a suspected arsonist's arrest in Águeda and investigations into forest fires. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gueda-man-detained-on-suspicion-of-causing-forest-fire ### 2026-09-08: Águeda arson suspect detained for multiple forest fires A 49-year-old man has been detained by the Polícia Judiciária on suspicion of causing multiple forest fires in Águeda, Portugal, using a direct flame method. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/almada-man-arrested-for-series-of-school-thefts --- Cite as: Águeda forest fire arson investigation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gueda-forest-fire-arson-investigation