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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BaySeptember 11, 2026Hillsborough County

St. Petersburg police arrest Eleanor Crawford after a woman is set on fire at a gas station

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Eleanor Crawford was arrested and charged with attempted felony murder and arson after police say she deliberately ignited gasoline on a victim at a St. Petersburg gas station on Thursday. The victim suffered second-degree burns and was hospitalized at Tampa General Hospital. Police stated the suspect and victim had no prior relationship and a motive has not yet been determined.

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Why It Matters

A resident suffered second-degree burns and required hospitalization following a violent attack at a local gas station.

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 approached the victim, asked to use her phone, and then asked for money.
  • When the victim refused, Crawford allegedly used a lighter to ignite the gas nozzle, engulfing the car in flames.
  • The victim sustained second-degree burns on her arms and back and was transported to Tampa General Hospital.
  • Witness Scotty Gramling assisted the victim, helped her into his truck, and called 911 after seeing an earlier altercation involving Crawford.
  • Police arrested Crawford a couple of blocks away within 20 minutes of the incident.
  • Crawford faces charges of attempted felony murder and arson.
  • Investigators confirmed the suspect and victim had no prior relationship, and a motive remains undetermined.

Who's Mentioned

locationTampa 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.”OrganizationVolvo“Make of the vehicle the victim was pumping fuel into.”PersonScotty Gramling“Witness who helped the victim into his truck and called 911.”PersonMike Kovacsev“Assistant Police Chief commenting on the case and suspect history.”locationMobil Gas Station“Location of the incident at 101 40th Avenue North.”OrganizationSt. Petersburg Police Department“Law enforcement agency responding to the incident and arresting the suspect.”