Warrawong: Man in critical condition after allegedly being set alight, police appeal for information
The suspect fled the scene and police are appealing for information.
A man is in a critical condition after allegedly being doused with petrol and set alight.
Emergency services were contacted about 9pm on Monday night after reports of a fire at a unit block in Warrwaong, Wollongong.
When they arrived, they were told that a 25-year-old man had been set alight by an unknown person who fled from the scene.
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A crime scene has been established and NSW Police are appealing for information about the missing person.
Police are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
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