Watford Woman, 80, in Critical Condition After Being Set Alight

Brenda Raymond, 80, is in critical condition in hospital after being set alight outside her flat in Watford, Hertfordshire, according to The Guardian.

Hertfordshire Constabulary, the county's police force, said a 33-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life. Arson means deliberately setting fire to property or a person. The man has since been released on bail with strict conditions, which means he is free while the inquiry continues but must follow rules set by the court or police.

Police believe Ms Raymond was attacked at around noon as she returned home to her flat on Caractacus Cottage View. Police said the attackers poured a flammable liquid over her before setting her alight.

Officers have also said that an accelerant, a substance used to speed up a fire, was poured through the letterbox of a nearby flat. Police have not officially linked that incident to the attack on Ms Raymond.

Her family said they are desperate for answers and in complete shock over what happened.

Police named Ms Raymond publicly on Wednesday, with her family's agreement, in an effort to encourage witnesses to come forward.