A man was deliberately set on fire at an apartment complex in the Illawarra region on Monday evening, prompting a police manhunt for the suspect who remains at large.
Incident Details
Emergency services were called to the Todd Street unit block in Warrawong, approximately 90 minutes south of Sydney, around 9:00 PM local time following reports of a fire. Upon arrival, officers from the Lake Illawarra Police District discovered that a 25-year-old man had been doused in petrol by an unknown individual and then ignited before the attacker fled the scene.
Victim's Condition
The victim sustained severe burn injuries and was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics and nearby residents. He was subsequently airlifted to Royal North Shore Hospital in a critical condition, where he remains under medical care.
Police Investigation
Investigators have established a crime scene at the location and have launched a full inquiry into the incident. Police are expected to provide further details during a media briefing later today. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The investigation is ongoing as police work to identify and apprehend the alleged assailant.
