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 improved to the point where she can now communicate and is assisting police with their investigations.

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.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.