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St. Petersburg Police report stranger sets woman on fire with gasoline at gas station
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A woman was hospitalized with second-degree burns after a stranger deliberately ignited gasoline she was pumping into her car at a St. Petersburg gas station on Thursday. The St. Petersburg Police Department reported the incident.
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A resident sustained second-degree burns during a violent assault at a local gas station, prompting a police investigation.
Key Facts
- A woman was pumping gas into her car at a St. Petersburg gas station on Thursday.
- A stranger approached the woman and deliberately ignited gasoline using a lighter.
- The victim was hospitalized with second-degree burns.
- The St. Petersburg Police Department is handling the case.
Who's Mentioned
OrganizationTampa General Hospital“Facility where the victim was treated for second-degree burns”PersonEleanor Crawford“41-year-old suspect arrested and facing attempted felony murder and arson charge”OrganizationMobil Gas Station“Location of the attack at 101 40th Avenue North”PersonScotty Gramling“Witness who helped the victim, called 911, and reported prior altercations”PersonMike Kovacsev“Assistant Police Chief commenting on the investigation and suspect's history”OrganizationSt. Petersburg Police Department“Law enforcement agency investigating the attack and arresting the suspect”locationSt. Petersburg“location of the gas station where the incident occurred”