A teenager has confessed to starting the destructive fire that consumed a stand at the stadium of celebrated Finnish club FC Haka, though the suspect will not face criminal charges due to their age.
Police have confirmed that a teenager has admitted to starting the destructive fire that recently consumed a major stand at the stadium of storied Finnish football club FC Haka.
The blaze caused significant structural damage to the historic ground. The suspect’s confession resolves the investigation into the dramatic incident that shocked the country’s sporting community when the stand was completely destroyed.
Despite the admission of guilt for the serious property damage, the teenager will not face any criminal prosecution, authorities stated.
This decision stems from the suspect’s age, as they fall below the legal minimum threshold for criminal liability under Finnish law.
The case now moves into social services jurisdiction rather than the criminal justice system.
The affected stadium is home to FC Haka, recognized as one of Finland’s most successful teams, with a trophy cabinet including nine Finnish championships and 12 cup titles since 1934.
The destruction of the stand represents a major setback for the club and its fan base, with attention now focused on funding and planning the necessary reconstruction.