A heartbreaking incident occurred in Buenos Aires when a 62-year-old man ignited a room that was being shared by four women, leading to the loss of one life and causing severe injuries to three others.
The victims, who were two lesbian couples, were targeted in what authorities are investigating as a possible hate crime.
The attack has deeply shaken the community, being described by the Argentine LGBT Federation as an extremely abhorrent hate crime, with the potential to be one of the worst in recent years.
Pamela Cobas has been identified as the woman who tragically lost her life, while the three survivors are currently receiving medical treatment for their injuries.
The suspect, who was apprehended after the incident, was discovered to have a neck injury that is believed to have been self-inflicted. The suspect is currently in police custody while authorities investigate the motive behind the disturbing act.
The evidence discovered at the scene, such as charred rags drenched in a highly flammable substance, indicates a clear intention behind the incident. The fire rapidly engulfed the building, resulting in more people getting injured and requiring hospitalisation.
Authorities are investigating the incident as a homicide, while the Argentine LGBT Federation is shedding light on wider societal concerns, such as government policies that could contribute to a culture of violence and discrimination.
The organisation has expressed its commitment to standing by the victims and their families, promising to do everything in its power to ensure that justice is served in this heart-wrenching case.