Tragic blaze at petrol station as woman sets herself on fire in front of stunned onlookers
Harrowing Scene Caught on CCTV
A woman doused herself in petrol and set herself ablaze outside a Cosham filling station. CCTV footage captured the chilling moment as she filled a petrol can, poured fuel over her head, then ignited the flames.
Heroic Public Rush to Rescue
Passersby sprung into action instantly. One man ripped off his shirt, desperately trying to smother the flames. Others grabbed fire extinguishers to tackle the spreading fire on both the woman and the forecourt.
Emergency Services Respond Swiftly
- Hampshire Fire and Rescue crews from Southsea and Cosham stations arrived quickly.
- An ambulance from South Central Ambulance Service was already passing the scene and stayed to help.
- Firefighters checked on staff and the public, conducting safety checks before leaving nearly an hour later.
Woman Dies in Hospital; Police Confirm No Suspicion
Police were called at 10.35am on November 1st. The 53-year-old woman was rushed to hospital with serious burns but later died.
“Her next of kin have been informed and are being supported. The death is not being treated as suspicious.” – Hampshire Police
An extraordinary and tragic incident unfolded in broad daylight, leaving a community shaken but proud of the quick-thinking heroes who tried to save a life.
