Detroit Horror: Man Sets Women on Fire at Workplace

Two women in Detroit were seriously injured after a man, allegedly disgruntled from either suspension or termination, doused them with gasoline and set them on fire. The incident occurred early Monday morning, and authorities expect to recommend attempted murder charges against the suspect.

In a shocking incident early Monday in Detroit, two women were hospitalized after a man allegedly doused them with gasoline and set them on fire, WJBK-TV reported. The attack took place around 6 a.m. when the women arrived at their workplace.

Detroit Fire Department Fire Investigation Chief Dennis Richardson stated that the suspect used a cigarette lighter to ignite the fire. Both victims were rushed to Detroit Receiving Hospital with severe injuries, and the suspect also sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized.

Police Chief James White revealed that the man, who worked at the business, had been either suspended or recently fired and believed the women were partially responsible. He said he expects to recommend attempted murder charges against the suspect. Police have yet to identify the man publicly.