Overview

• José Daniel Gaona, 38, is detained and formally charged with attempted homicide under Argentina’s gender-based violence law after the August 10 arson in Arturo Seguí.
• Neighbors forced entry upon seeing smoke and hearing cries, rescuing the 50-year-old victim who suffered bruises, minor burns and wounds to her hand and leg.
• Officials confirmed the victim had filed at least two prior complaints against Gaona for domestic violence before Sunday's attack.
• Prosecutors are taking statements from rescuing neighbors and other witnesses while examining forensic evidence, including traces of gasoline, to build their case.
• Gaona told authorities he did not start the fire and claimed his partner was responsible for igniting the blaze.