Police intervene at a Tesco petrol station in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, after a man douses himself in fuel and appears ready to ignite it. According to the account provided, the incident occurs on the forecourt close to the pumps, where the man is described as being only inches away from the fuel dispensing area. The proximity to the pumps is presented as creating a significant risk of a “catastrophic” explosion, given the presence of flammable vapours and fuel near an ignition source. A police officer steps in before the man can set himself alight, stopping him during the moment when he was about to ignite or otherwise catch fire. The reports emphasize the immediate danger posed by the location and the amount of fuel involved, along with the rapid response by the officer to prevent an escalation. Details of injuries, the man’s identity, and charges—if any—are not included in the provided accounts.