Woman found on fire in Watford as police investigate attempted murder
Detectives are appealing for witnesses and information
A woman in her 80s is in a critical condition in hospital after being found on fire in Watford.
The incident occurred at 12.47pm on Monday 9th November in a first-floor communal area of Caractacus Cottage View, a block of flats.
Detectives from the Major Crime Unit are treating the case as attempted murder and are urgently appealing for witnesses and information.
Detective Inspector Adam Bridges said the police are working quickly to understand how the woman sustained her injuries.
He urged anyone with information, dashcam, or CCTV footage from the area to come forward.
The woman's family is being supported by specially-trained officers during this distressing time.
The local community is advised to approach officers in the area with any concerns.