California woman dies months after homeless camp arson attack

A California woman has died after being set on fire at a homeless encampment in July, according to the New York Post. Frances Lopez, aged 33, passed away months after suffering severe burns over more than 30 percent of her body in Oildale, Kern County. [1]

The New York Post reported that Lopez was doused with gasoline and set ablaze on July 11. She suffered second- and third-degree burns and underwent multiple surgeries in the hospital before returning to a home near Bakersfield in September to begin her recovery. [1]

Her husband, Steven, found her unresponsive after briefly leaving their residence, the New York Post said. Family members, including a relative named Claudia, are calling on the public and authorities to help find the suspects who remain free. [1]

California became the 31st state in the United States in 1850 and is known for its diverse geography, which includes coastal regions, the Central Valley, and major industrial centers. [7]