The head of the “Maupiya Sewana” nursing home was detained after forensic experts, examining the debris, found seven more burned bodies, raising the death toll to 12.
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An AFP news agency photographer saw the head being escorted in handcuffs to the scene on Thursday, while police questioned survivors and neighbors.
In addition to elderly residents, the facility also housed young people with mental disorders.
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The youngest victim was a 17-year-old boy, police reported.
Police spokesman Fredrick Wootler said that a 51-year-old resident and employee rescued on Wednesday was transferred to a nearby government facility.
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Officials continue to investigate the cause of the fire.
