Overview
- Storm Truman, 19, is on trial at Cardiff Crown Court accused of arson being reckless as to whether life was endangered, a charge she denies.
- Truman took the stand on Thursday, giving evidence after jurors heard the case outline on the first day of the trial.
- Prosecutors allege a five-person operation in which three men set the fire and two drivers, including Truman, transported them from Weston-super-Mare.
- Co-defendants Alfie Wheeler, Auryn Gustur and Connor Pitt have admitted arson with intent to endanger life, while Lewis Manito has pleaded guilty to reckless arson and perverting the course of justice by disposing of a vehicle.
- The blaze on July 28 destroyed the Ferndale home of 82-year-old Carol Ford, who escaped with the help of neighbours, prompting evacuations but no serious injuries, according to officials.