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Arrest Made After Man Set Ablaze in Miami Courtyard
25 Oct
Summary
- A woman was arrested Saturday evening after a man was set on fire.
- The victim sustained severe burns and is in critical condition.
- The incident occurred in the courtyard of a former housing development.
A woman was taken into custody on Saturday evening by Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputies in connection with a severe assault. The incident, which occurred around 6 p.m., involved a man reportedly being set on fire in the courtyard of the former Annie Coleman housing development.
Deputies arrived at the scene near Northwest 63rd Street and 25th Avenue to find the male victim suffering from extensive burns. He was immediately transported to Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he is currently listed in critical but stable condition. The severity of his injuries has prevented him from speaking with investigators.
Authorities have confirmed that a woman present at the scene was arrested as a suspect. While deputies believe she is responsible for setting the man ablaze, the exact relationship between the victim and the arrested woman is still being determined. Identities of both individuals have not yet been released by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.
