A serious incident occurred in Queensbury Park on Honeypot Lane this afternoon, prompting a large-scale emergency response. At approximately 3:30 pm, an individual was reportedly set alight, though it remains unclear whether this act was self-inflicted or carried out by someone else.
The scene quickly became the focus of intense emergency services activity, with at least six police cars, four ambulances, and a fire engine dispatched to the area. Witnesses at the scene captured images of the victim receiving urgent medical attention from emergency personnel on the ground.
In addition to the ground response, an air ambulance was called to the scene, landing within Queensbury Park. The victim was subsequently airlifted to the hospital for further treatment, underscoring the severity of the injuries sustained.
The incident has shaken the local community, with many residents expressing concern and seeking updates on the condition of the individual involved. Queensbury Park, a popular local green space, was swiftly cordoned off as investigations began into the circumstances surrounding this distressing event.
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Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as they piece together what occurred in the lead-up to the emergency. The identity of the victim has not been released, and details regarding their current condition remain limited.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available. The focus remains on understanding the sequence of events that led to such a significant emergency response and ensuring the well-being of the individual at the centre of this incident.
We have reached out to the Met Police for a statement. A crime scene remains at the park and the public is being advised to avoid it at this current time.
A Spokesman for the Me Police said:
Police were called at 3.47pm on Monday, 8 April to reports of a person on fire in Queensbury Park.
Officers responded with LAS, London’s Air Ambulance and LFB.
The 22-year-old man was taken to hospital, where he remains in a life-threatening condition.
Officers are not treating the incident as suspicious at this time.
