Woman allegedly firebombed Theodore residence after threatening partner, family

Detailed summary

She is facing charges of arson and other counts.

A 25-year-old woman allegedly firebombed a house in Theodore on Tuesday night after threatening her partner and family members. She was arrested by police soon after the incident.

ACT Policing alleges that between Sunday and Tuesday, the woman sent a series of messages to her partner and members of his family, threatening to injure them and damage homes and businesses associated with them.

About 9.10pm on Tuesday, police were called to the residence in Theodore following reports of a disturbance. It is alleged the woman threw a homemade incendiary device at the residence, causing minor fire damage.

During the incident, the woman also allegedly assaulted another woman known to her at the location.

ACT Policing officers attended and the young woman was arrested at the scene. A pocket knife, lighter and a second incendiary device were allegedly located nearby.

Following her arrest, officers searched her vehicle and allegedly located another two improvised incendiary devices.

She will face the ACT Magistrates Court on Wednesday charged with arson, intent to endanger life, common assault, possessing a knife without a reasonable excuse and using a carriage service to menace, police said.

ACT Policing said the force stands ready to assist victims experiencing family violence.

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