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Virginia city councilman set on fire in attack over ‘personal matter’

Virginia city councilman set on fire in attack over ‘personal matter’

Summary

A city councilmember in Danville, Virginia, named Lee Vogler, was set on fire by a man who broke into a magazine's office. Authorities say the attack was due to a personal issue and not connected to Vogler's political role.

Key Facts

  • The incident involved Lee Vogler, a city councilmember from Danville, Virginia.
  • A man entered a magazine’s office through a locked door and set Vogler on fire using gasoline.
  • Officials say the attack was related to a personal matter.
  • Authorities confirmed the incident was not related to Vogler's political work.
  • Vogler is 38 years old.

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