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The analysis of injuries suffered by the Appellant and D.W.1, as documented by P.W.7, reveals inconsistencies that weaken the defence's narrative of a desperate rescue attempt. According to P.W.7, the Appellant sustained only minor abrasions on the dorsal aspect of his right middle and ring fingers, injuries that could be caused by contact with a hard surface but are not consistent with the vigorous force that would be required to break down a door or manage a burning body. Furthermore, D.W.1, who claims to have sustained partial burns while attempting to extinguish the flames, exhibited burns only on the hair above the forehead and the left parietal region. This minor burn pattern does not align with the defence's portrayal of a sustained attempt to rescue a person on fire, as one would expect more extensive burns or injuries to the hands, arms, or clothing.