BREAKING: A 25-year-old woman has been arrested following a shocking incident where she allegedly set a fire outside a home while a baby was inside. Emergency crews rushed to the scene on Captain Cook Drive in North Albury at approximately 7:20 AM on November 22.
Witnesses reported flames engulfing a baby seat, which was deliberately ignited on the front veranda of the property. Firefighters from Fire and Rescue NSW quickly extinguished the blaze, preventing extensive damage to the home. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported, but the baby seat was completely destroyed.
Authorities believe the fire may have been linked to a domestic dispute. A spokeswoman from the Murray River Police District confirmed the woman’s arrest at the scene, stating, “On arrival, officers were informed a fire had started on the front veranda of the property. Fire and Rescue NSW officers extinguished the fire. There are no reports of injuries.”
Forensic police were seen at the house early Saturday morning, establishing a crime scene as inquiries continue. The woman was taken into custody at Albury Police Station, where further investigations are underway.
In a separate incident, police are also probing an unrelated fire that erupted at a playground in Lavington on the same morning.
This alarming situation highlights the potential dangers posed by domestic tensions and raises urgent questions about safety in homes. Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.
