Nicole Evans remains in a secure room in a Victorian Hospital where she continues to be treated for full thickness burns to 65% of her body.

Nicole’s condition has shown a slight improvement lapsing in and out of consciousness. Nicole is still unable to communicate and cannot receive visitors at this time.

The next of kin has asked for privacy until such a time as they are able to make a statement. Media reports about the condition of the young woman should be restricted to official media releases by Tasmania Police.

The man accused of causing grievous bodily harm and other matters has been remanded in custody to appear in the Supreme Court on 13 June 2017. He did not apply for bail.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.