Family of Watford woman set alight ‘desperate for answers’ after attack
Summary
Brenda Raymond, 80, is in critical condition after someone set her alight outside her home in Watford. Police arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life and released him on bail with strict conditions. Raymond’s family has asked anyone with information to contact police.Key Facts
- Raymond was found on Monday outside her flat on Caractacus Cottage View.
- Police believe she was attacked as she returned home around noon and that a flammable liquid was poured on her before she was set alight.
- Detectives said an accelerant was also poured through the letterbox of a nearby flat, but have not officially linked that incident to the attack.
- Raymond was taken to a nearby hospital and is in critical condition.
- A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life and later released on bail with strict conditions.
- Police named Raymond on Wednesday with her family’s agreement, hoping to encourage witnesses to come forward.
- Police are asking people to share information, including suspicious activity or footage from CCTV and dashcams.
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