Man fighting for life after ‘setting himself on fire’ outside McDonald’s
A man is fighting for life after he ‘set himself on fire’ outside McDonald’s.
Merseyside Police and fire crews were called to Queens Drive, in Walton, after reports of concerns for the safety of a man at around 5.50am today.
At the scene, they found a man, in his 40s, who needed urgent medical attention for serious burns.
The man was taken to hospital where he now remains in a critical condition.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident and a cordon remains in place surrounding the McDonald’s.
Forensic officers have been seen taking pictures outside of the restaurant, near the car park and drive-thru area.
Officers have also been spotted speaking to members of McDonald’s staff and taking witness statements.
A spokesperson for Merseyside police said: ‘We received a report of a concern for the safety of a man in Walton this morning, Thursday 26 October.
‘At around 5.50 am it was reported a man, aged in his 40s, needed urgent medical attention for serious burns injuries.
‘Emergency services attended and he was taken to hospital where he remains in a critical condition.
‘An investigation is ongoing and a cordon remains in place at the scene.’
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service also confirmed: ‘[We] attended an incident on Queens Drive, Walton, on the morning of Thursday 26th October
‘Crews were alerted at 5.34am and one fire engine was on scene to assist Merseyside Police at 5.40am, we left the scene at 06.49am.’
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