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Queensland Police Investigate Attempted Murder After Woman Set on Fire

A 36-year-old man is in custody as detectives examine a suspected domestic violence attack in Kingston, south of Brisbane.

  • A woman in her 30s suffered life-threatening burns after being set on fire at a Kingston home on Saturday morning.
  • Emergency services responded to the scene at around 7:45am, treating the victim before transporting her to the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital.
  • Police have launched an attempted murder investigation, with initial reports indicating the incident was related to domestic violence.
  • A 36-year-old man, believed to be known to the victim, has been taken into custody and is assisting with inquiries.
  • Crime scenes have been established at the Kingston residence, Gould Adams Park, and Kingston Train Station as investigations continue.
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