Men Arrested After Woman Set on Fire in Revenge Attack UK

Published: 25 February 2026 . The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online

Police in Stoke-on-Trent have secured convictions against five men and arrested others in connection with a brutal revenge attack in which a 31‑year‑old woman was set on fire in her own home, leaving her with life‑changing injuries. The incident took place on 16 December 2021 in the Bentilee area, and prosecutors have described the attack as a planned act of retaliation following a street altercation.

During the incident, a group of men reportedly smashed into a house, poured petrol inside and ignited flames, striking the woman on the head and catching her in the blaze. Her 13‑year‑old daughter was also badly burned in the fire and both victims were forced to escape by jumping from an upstairs window. The woman sustained burns over 65 per cent of her body, suffered multiple fractures and a serious abdominal injury, while her daughter suffered around 15 per cent burns. Both were hospitalised and required extensive treatment, with the woman spending two months in a coma.

Following an 11‑week trial at Nottingham Crown Court, five men were convicted of offences including attempted murder, grievous bodily harm with intent and arson with intent. At least five others had previously pleaded guilty to related charges. All are currently remanded in custody awaiting sentencing, which has yet to be scheduled. Staffordshire Police said the case reflected “a sustained commitment of officers” to bring those responsible to justice.

Detective Constable Howard Davies stated that the attack was carried out by several men seeking revenge after one of their group had been stabbed earlier the same day. He described the actions as “horrific” and praised the investigative work that led to the convictions. Police pieced together evidence from CCTV and other sources to link the defendants to the scene.

The case has shocked local communities and reignited discussion around violent retaliation and the impacts of fire‑related crimes on vulnerable victims. The long recovery process for the mother and the lasting trauma to her daughter underline concerns over violent group behaviour and the use of petrol as a weapon to inflict severe harm.

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