A 13-year-old boy is fighting for his life after suffering burns to 90 per cent of his body following one of several alleged arson attacks.
Melbourne, VIC
Teenager suffers burns in alleged arson attack in Taylors Hill, Melbourne
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7NEWS
Teenager suffers
horrificburns in alleged arson attack in Taylors Hill, Melbourne 1 change -
The West Australian
Teenager suffers
horrificburns in alleged arson attack 1 change
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Headline as published: Teenager suffers horrific burns in alleged arson attack in Taylors Hill, Melbourne
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| Outlet | Niral Score |
|---|---|
| 7NEWSas they published this story | 86.9 |
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- Teenager suffers horrific burns in alleged arson attack easternriverinachronicle.com.au
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