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St. Petersburg Police Arrest Eleanor Crawford for Attempted Felony Murder and Arson After Gas Station Fire Attack
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St. Petersburg police arrested 41-year-old Eleanor Crawford after she allegedly set a woman on fire with a lighter while the victim was pumping gas at a Mobil station on Thursday. The victim sustained second-degree burns on her arms and back and was hospitalized at Tampa General Hospital, while Crawford now faces attempted felony murder and arson charges.
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A local resident was seriously injured in a violent unprovoked attack at a public gas station, resulting in criminal charges and an ongoing police investigation.
Key Facts
- A 41-year-old woman was pumping fuel into her Volvo SUV at a Mobil Gas Station at 101 40th Avenue North on Thursday around 8 p.m.
- Suspect Eleanor Crawford asked the victim for her phone and money, and when refused, ignited the gas nozzle with a lighter.
- The victim suffered second-degree burns on her arms and back and was hospitalized at Tampa General Hospital.
- Witness Scotty Gramling helped the victim into his truck, called 911, and had previously called the non-emergency line regarding an altercation involving Crawford across the street.
- St. Petersburg police officers arrested Crawford a couple of blocks away within 20 minutes of the incident.
- Crawford is facing attempted felony murder and arson charges.
- Police confirmed the suspect and victim had no prior relationship and have not yet determined a motive.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationTampa General Hospital“Hospital where the victim was treated for second-degree burns”PersonEleanor Crawford“41-year-old suspect arrested and charged with attempted felony murder and arson”PersonScotty Gramling“Witness who helped the victim, called 911, and reported a prior altercation”PersonMike Kovacsev“Assistant Police Chief who commented on the case”locationMobil Gas Station“Location of the attack at 101 40th Avenue North”OrganizationSt. Petersburg Police Department“Investigated the incident and arrested the suspect”