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The family of a teenager who was reportedly set ablaze have disclosed the shocking extent of his injuries. Jacob Thompson, 19, was strolling along Cowper Street in Coonabarabran, New South Wales, on Australia's east coast around 6pm local time on Monday, October 13, when he was approached by a man and two women. It's alleged that one of the group doused Jacob with a liquid before setting him on fire. Good Samaritans put out the flames and Jacob was hurried to hospital for treatment. Jacob's family have now shared that the lad suffered burns to 32 per cent of his body, including severe third-degree burns to his face, torso, arms, back, and legs. Due to the severity of his injuries and damage to his airways, Jacob was airlifted to Sydney and placed into an induced coma on life support, according to a family statement. Jacob is currently in intensive care at Concord Hospital, in Sydney's inner west, with his family constantly at his bedside, reports the Irish Mirror . "This deeply traumatic incident was witnessed by his immediate family and partner, leaving physical and emotional scars that will take a lifetime to heal," the family stated. Police confirmed in a statement that "a 45-year-old woman, a 19-year-old man, and a 17-year-old girl were arrested at a nearby property. "They were all taken to Coonabarabran Police Station where the man was charged with cause grievous bodily harm to person with intent, and affray; the older woman was also charged with affray. They were refused bail." The spokesperson added: "The teenage girl was released pending further investigation." A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the family as they move house and Mr Thompson heals from his wounds. A message on the page stated: "Jacob now faces a long and painful journey of ongoing medical treatment, rehabilitation, recovery, and ultimately, the need to relocate to a safe environment for his treatment and the entire family's health and wellbeing". "The family would be grateful if you could support by donating, no matter how big or small, every cent will make a difference towards helping Jacob and his family rebuild their lives." For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters .
