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Esslingen Shooting and Fire: Two Dead

A deadly shooting and fire in Esslingen, Germany, linked to an eviction dispute resulting in two fatalities and two injuries.

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31-Year-Old Son61-Year-Old Tenant32-Year-Old Woman76-Year-Old Homeowner

Where and who was involved in the incident?: The incident occurred in a multi-family home in Esslingen's Old Town. Both victims and the injured individuals resided in the building.
What was the underlying cause of the incident?: The incident stemmed from an escalating eviction dispute between the 61-year-old tenant and the 76-year-old homeowner. The tenant's eviction was scheduled for the following day.
What evidence is being collected by authorities?: The police have recovered potential weapons and will be conducting autopsies to confirm the causes of death. Witnesses will be interviewed, including the 32-year-old injured woman.
What is the current status of the police investigation?: Police believe the 61-year-old tenant is responsible for the fire and the death of the 31-year-old, before killing himself. The investigation is ongoing, awaiting completion of fire suppression and building examination.
What was the immediate cause of the deaths in Esslingen?: A shooting and fire in Esslingen, Germany, resulted in the deaths of a 31-year-old son of a homeowner and a 61-year-old tenant. A 32-year-old woman was seriously injured jumping from a window.

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