December 29th 2024.
A shocking incident has taken place in North Carolina, where a 23-year-old man named Jami Raiziah Griffin was arrested and charged for a horrendous act. According to reports, Griffin poured gasoline on a 20-year-old woman, Ashanti Downey, and set her on fire. The victim is currently in critical condition, suffering from severe third-degree burns on the right side of her body.
The Harnett County Sheriff's Office revealed that Griffin and Downey were living together at the time of the incident. It is believed that on December 16, Griffin attempted to kill Downey by setting her on fire. The authorities were able to apprehend Griffin on December 27, more than ten days after the brutal attack. He is now facing charges of felony attempted murder, felony assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, and misdemeanor assault.
According to the police, the incident took place on Barbecue Church Road in Sanford, North Carolina, where Downey was walking when Griffin allegedly poured gasoline on her and set her on fire. At first, the authorities did not have any suspects, but later found out that it could have been a domestic issue.
Meanwhile, Downey's family has been advocating for her and supporting her in her recovery. Her mother, Donecia Davis, expressed her frustration and disbelief at the horrific act in an interview with WRAL-TV. "How could they do this to my baby?" she said. "You didn't have to do this to her."
In order to help with Downey's medical expenses, the family set up a GoFundMe page, with an initial goal of $75,000. However, they were overwhelmed by the support and generosity of people, and the donations have exceeded $94,000 so far. In a heartfelt message on the fundraising platform, Downey's mother wrote about the devastating impact of the attack on her daughter's life and their family.
The donated funds will be used to cover Downey's medical bills, including surgery, ongoing treatment, and rehabilitation. The money will also help with other expenses as Downey's mother takes time off work, without pay, to support her daughter on her healing journey.
Meanwhile, Griffin remains detained at the Harnett County Detention Center since his arrest. He is expected to appear in court on December 30. This horrific incident has shocked the community and serves as a reminder of the importance of standing up against domestic violence. In a similar incident, a Guatemalan man was arrested in New York City for allegedly setting a woman on fire in a subway, further highlighting the need for awareness and action against such heinous acts.
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