Girl faces new charge after student set on fire in Saskatoon high school

SASKATOON — A 14-year-old girl accused of setting a fellow student on fire in a Saskatoon school is facing an additional charge.

A court spokesperson says the girl has been charged with unlawfully causing bodily harm in addition to the previous offences of attempted murder, aggravated assault and arson.

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The alleged attack took place on Sept. 5 at Evan Hardy Collegiate.

A witness has said a girl poured liquid on another girl then lit her on fire in a hallway.

A teacher who tried to put out the flames was also injured.

Family have said the 15-year-old victim was receiving treatment for burns at an Edmonton hospital and has a long recovery ahead.

The accused is next set to appear in court on Sept. 26.