Teen suffers life‑threatening burns after car firebombing in Melbourne’s west
A teenager was badly burned when two cars were set alight outside a home in Melbourne’s western suburbs. Both Australian outlets describe the incident as a firebomb attack, noting the severity of the injuries.
First reported 1 day ago · latest update 1 day ago
A teenager was set alight after two cars were deliberately ignited outside a residence in Melbourne’s western suburbs. The incident occurred when the vehicles were set on fire, resulting in the teenager being engulfed in flames.
Emergency services responded to the scene and the teenager was removed from the burning vehicles. The young person sustained life‑threatening burns as a result of the fire.
The victim was taken to hospital for urgent medical treatment. Medical personnel reported that the injuries were severe and required intensive care.
Police have opened an investigation into the firebombing. The circumstances surrounding the attack and any potential motives remain under inquiry.
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Teenager set alight after Melbourne car firebombing
A teenager has suffered life-threatening burns after two cars were set alight outside a home in Melbourne’s west.
1 day agoTeenager set alight after Melbourne car firebombing
A teenager has suffered life-threatening burns after two cars were set alight outside a home in Melbourne’s west.
1 day ago