**Ukrainian Citizen Charged with Arson Amid Attacks on UK Prime Minister’s Property**
A 21-year-old Ukrainian citizen, Roman Lavrynovych, has been charged with three counts of arson in connection with a series of attacks on properties linked to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The charges were filed on May 15, following an investigation led by the London Metropolitan Police’s Counter Terrorism Command.
According to reports, Lavrynovych allegedly set fire to two properties previously owned or lived in by Starmer, as well as a car that the Prime Minister had sold to a neighbor. The attacks occurred over several days, with the most recent incident taking place on May 12 at Starmer’s current home before he moved into 10 Downing Street.
**Details of the Arson Attacks**
The first reported attack took place on May 8, when Lavrynovych allegedly set fire to the car that Starmer had previously sold. The second attack occurred on May 11, when the suspect set fire to the front door of a home where Starmer had lived in the past. Fortunately, no one was hurt during this incident, and firefighters were able to assist someone who needed help escaping the property.
The most recent attack took place on May 12, when Lavrynovych allegedly set fire to Starmer’s current home before he moved into 10 Downing Street as Prime Minister.
**Investigation and Charges**
The London Metropolitan Police have led an investigation into the arson attacks, with officers from the Counter Terrorism Command taking charge due to the connection to a high-profile public figure. The suspect was charged on May 15 with three counts of arson with intent to endanger life.
Lavrynovych is expected to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on May 16.
**Commentary**
The charges against Lavrynovych come as a surprise, given the relatively low profile of Starmer’s previous residences compared to his current status as Prime Minister. It is unclear what motivated the suspect to target properties linked to the Prime Minister.
As we continue to follow this story, it will be interesting to see how the investigation unfolds and whether further charges are filed against Lavrynovych. The public will also be watching with interest to see how this incident affects Starmer’s position as Prime Minister.
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