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Who Is Bethany MaGee? Woman Set on Fire on Chicago Train Identified

Who Is Bethany MaGee? Woman Set on Fire on Chicago Train Identified

Summary

A violent attack on a Chicago train left 26-year-old Bethany MaGee critically injured after she was set on fire. The suspect, Lawrence Reed, was charged with federal terrorism for targeting a mass transportation system. Authorities apprehended Reed, who has a history of arrests, and he is undergoing a mental health evaluation.

Key Facts

  • Bethany MaGee was attacked on a Chicago Blue Line train.
  • Lawrence Reed, age 50, allegedly set MaGee on fire using gasoline.
  • Reed has been charged with federal terrorism for attacking a public transportation system.
  • Surveillance footage and court records show the attack happened on November 17.
  • Reed was apprehended shortly after the attack with evidence linking him to the crime.
  • The victim, MaGee, is in a Chicago hospital's burn unit in critical condition.
  • Reed has a lengthy criminal history with nearly 50 arrests since 2017.
  • At the time of this attack, Reed was under electronic monitoring for another case.
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