Springfield (62704) – A woman has been arrested after allegedly attempting to murder her sister by setting fire to her bed inside a Springfield apartment, police confirmed. The incident occurred late Tuesday night at Pinecrest Apartments, where firefighters quickly responded and extinguished the flames before they spread. Authorities said the victim managed to escape unharmed, though the apartment sustained smoke damage and nearby residents were temporarily evacuated. Police described the act as “deliberate and dangerous,” charging the suspect with attempted murder and arson. The case has left neighbors shaken, with officials urging the public to report domestic disputes before they escalate into violence.
Key Facts
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BREAKING: Woman accused of setting sister’s bed on fire during attempted murder.
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IMPACT: Victim escaped unharmed; apartment suffered smoke damage, neighbors evacuated.
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OFFICIAL SOURCE: “This was a deliberate and dangerous act.” – Lt. James Turner, Police Department.
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ACTION: Residents urged to check smoke alarms and report suspicious domestic disputes immediately.
Impact Of Springfield (62704)
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Precise Location:
Springfield (62704) – near Monroe Street and Walnut Avenue, Pinecrest Apartments. -
Community Connection:
“We smelled smoke and ran out — it was terrifying.”
– Carla Nguyen, neighbor. -
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Crisis Response
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IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
» Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-877-863-6338
» Springfield Fire Safety Checks: 217-555-9111 -
OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
“If you suspect domestic violence, please call authorities before situations escalate to violence or arson.”
– Chief Harold Benson, Springfield Police.
Community Pulse
VOTE: Should attempted murder by arson carry harsher penalties than other domestic violence cases?
👍 Yes, it endangers many 👎 No, same as other charges
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Update Log
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10:45 PM: Fire crews responded to Pinecrest Apartments blaze, quickly extinguished.
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11:30 PM: Woman arrested on charges of attempted murder and arson.
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8:00 AM: Police confirm sister is safe; investigation ongoing.
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