A patron’s head erupted in flames after being struck by a Molotov cocktail at very close range.
Surveillance footage documented the moment a dispute at a high street pub in Redcar, Yorkshire transformed into a horrifying incident last weekend.
The individual is seen chatting cheerfully on the pavement when a petrol bomb is thrown at him.
His head then ignites in a burst of flames, causing him to collapse to the ground in agony.
His face is obscured as he frantically rolls about while engulfed in fire.
A bystander rushes from a vehicle and attempts to remove the victim’s shirt, which ultimately extinguishes the flames.
Cleveland Police reported that two men and a woman have been taken into custody in relation to the violent incident following the altercation in the pub.
Three individuals were transported to the hospital with injuries that were labeled as ‘serious but not life-threatening,’ including the man who suffered the Molotov cocktail attack.
The conflict started in Peggy June’s micropub in the heart of the coastal town after a brawl erupted between two groups of men, according to the Daily Mail.
A witness conveyed to the newspaper: ‘What transpired afterward was utterly terrifying; it’s incredibly fortunate that no one lost their life.’
‘Several others in the bar indicated they had flammable liquid sprayed on them, but fortunately, it was not ignited.’
The pub owner expressed that he was ‘devastated’ by the event.
Mr. Jarvis stated in the Mail: ‘From the depths of our hearts, we extend our sincerest apologies to all those who were affected by the incident at Peggy June’s last night.’
‘At Peggy June’s, our philosophy is for everyone who visits to have an enjoyable experience and depart with wonderful memories.’
A representative from the North East Ambulance Service added: ‘We were alerted to an individual injured on Queen Street, Redcar shortly before 8:45 PM on Saturday, February 15.’
‘We dispatched a double-crewed ambulance, a clinical team leader, and received additional support from a doctor from North East Immediate Care. One patient was taken to James Cook Hospital.’
Cleveland Police confirmed: ‘We can verify that a 33-year-old man has now been arrested concerning the incident in Redcar that occurred on Saturday night.’
‘The incident took place in Peggy June’s Bar on Queen Street shortly after 8 PM on Saturday, February 15, 2025, when a violent confrontation occurred in the bar, resulting in three individuals being hospitalized with serious injuries, although not deemed life-threatening.’
‘Additionally, a 36-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with this incident.’
‘Investigations are still ongoing to find and apprehend two other men thought to be involved in the occurrence.’
‘Anyone who was in Peggy June’s around the time of the incident and has not yet contacted the police is encouraged to reach out to Cleveland Police.’
The force has indicated that a 37-year-old man was also arrested on suspicion of aiding an offender.
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