Overview

• A 46-year-old woman was set on fire by her husband in a tram in Gera, Germany, suffering life-threatening injuries.
• The suspect, identified as the victim's husband, turned himself in to police on Monday and was arrested without resistance.
• Authorities are investigating the case as attempted murder and examining the flammable liquid used in the attack.
• The incident has been described as a potential femicide by officials and has reignited discussions on systemic reforms to combat violence against women in Germany.
• Tram passengers and the driver, who used a fire extinguisher to save the victim, were offered psychological support due to the traumatic nature of the event.