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Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Yahoo
Lee Vogler, Councilman Who Was Set on Fire in Broad Daylight, Described by Wife as 'a Fighter' as He Continues His Recovery
The Virginia elected official and father of two is in 'stable but critical condition,' with burns covering 'more than half' of his bodyNEED TO KNOW Lee Vogler, a councilman in Virginia, was doused with gasoline and set on fire outside of his workplace on July 29 He is in 'stable but critical condition' at a burn clinic, with burns covering 'more than half' of his body Lee's wife, Blair Vogler, said in a statement he underwent the first surgery of 'many' to come on Aug. 1Blair Vogler, the wife of Lee Vogler, is sharing an update on his condition after the Virginia elected official was set on fire in broad daylight. Lee, a four-term Danville city councilman and father of two, was doused with gasoline and set on fire outside his workplace at Showcase magazine on Tuesday, July 29, in a shocking broad-daylight attack. His alleged attacker, 29-year-old Shotsie Michael Buck Hayes, fled but was arrested shortly after, according to the Danville Police Department. Second-degree and third-degree burns now cover 'more than half' of Lee's body, and the 38-year-old is in 'stable but critical condition' at the UNC Chapel Hill Burn Clinic, according to a GoFundMe created for him and his family. 'He faces multiple surgeries, an extended hospital stay, and months—if not years—of rehabilitation,' the fundraiser states. On Aug. 1, Lee's wife revealed that the elected official was about to 'undergo the first of what will be many surgeries on his road to recovery' in a statement published by Showcase magazine. 'We are incredibly grateful for the exceptional team at UNC Chapel Hill. Their expertise, professionalism, and compassionate care have given us both comfort and confidence during this difficult time,' Blair said in the statement. She continued, 'We have full trust in the burn surgeons and the entire unit team, and we're thankful for the support we've received from friends, family, and the community. We would appreciate your continued prayers for Lee, our family and the medical team.' In a statement included in the GoFundMe — which, as of Aug. 3, has raised over half of its $100,000 goal — Blair said, 'Lee is a fighter. He has always faced challenges with courage, determination, and an unbreakable spirit.' The fundraiser also gives more insight into Lee's time as an elected official — and as a husband and dad. "For more than 13 years, Lee has served Danville as a dedicated city councilman, never missing a meeting and working tirelessly to revitalize the city he loves,' the fundraiser says. 'He is a father who coaches his children's sports teams, a husband who adores his family, and a friend who has always been there when others needed him.' Police responded to the July 29 attack after 11:30 a.m. local time following reports of a man on fire outside the offices of Showcase magazine on Main Street, according to the DPD. Witnesses said a man entered the building with a large bucket, poured gasoline on Lee and lit him on fire as he ran outside. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Lee was treated at the scene and airlifted to a burn center. Andrew Brooks, who runs Showcase magazine, said that the councilman was 'awake, speaking, and en route to the center in Lynchburg" — and able to identify his attacker. Police later identified the suspect as Hayes and arrested him after he fled. Officials confirmed that Hayes and Lee knew each other, and that the incident stemmed from a personal, not political, matter. 'This was not a random act, nor was it politically motivated,' said the DPD in a statement. Read the original article on People Solve the daily Crossword
Washington Post
12-07-2025
- Washington Post
Man dies after flash fire in hyperbaric chamber in Arizona, authorities say
A 43-year-old man has died after suffering burns from a flash fire inside a hyperbaric chamber in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, authorities have said. Police and fire department units were called to a medical emergency for a burn victim at about 10:50 p.m. on Wednesday, Lake Havasu Fire Department said in a statement Thursday.
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The Independent
10-06-2025
- Health
- The Independent
Mom ‘engulfed in flames' and suffered burns to 48% of her body in horrific smoker BBQ explosion
A Pennsylvania community is seeking donations for a mother badly burned in a Memorial Day smoker explosion, suffering burns on over 46 percent of her body. Isabell Anderson of York County was using a smoker when the flames suddenly engulfed her arms, chest, neck and face, according to a GoFundMe created by her friend Amber Sklar to help with her medical and living expenses. 'She was literally lit on fire, and worst of all… the children saw everything,' Sklar wrote. Anderson was taken to a burn center two hours away to be treated. 'She's now in excruciating pain, battling a high fever and infection, and none of the pain medications have worked,' Sklar wrote, adding in an update Tuesday that Anderson is now 'living in constant awareness of her skin.' Sklar said she and Anderson moved into a house together to raise their kids. Anderson homeschools her three children, as well as Sklar's child, and also cares for her children's father, who has been battling cancer since December 2023. The woman said she pays the mortgage while Anderson pays the utilities, groceries, gas, car payments and feeds the animals. But after Anderson's tragic incident, the whole blended family is struggling. 'The mortgage is due. Groceries are running low. The utilities are piling up. The kids are hurting, opening the fridge, hoping for something that isn't there. We're trying to keep life "normal" for them, but the truth is - we need help,' Sklar wrote. Anderson's GoFundMe has raised over $1,700 toward its $4,500 goal.
CBS News
07-06-2025
- CBS News
Sacramento resident injured in garage fire
A Sacramento resident was injured in a fire on Saturday, the Sacramento Fire Department said. The garage fire happened on Del Paso Drive. Sacramento Fire said there was a burn victim but have not said how serious the injuries were. Crews were knocking down the fire, and investigators were responding to determine what caused the fire.
CBS News
06-06-2025
- CBS News
Woman's body is found in Colorado home that caught fire
A woman's body was found on Friday during a search through a burned Colorado home. CBS Mountain View Fire Rescue responded to a property off of Highway 119 just after 3:30 a.m. The home there that was burning is located in Weld County, east of Longmont. It took about 20 minutes to get the flames knocked down, and several more hours for the fire to be considered fully out. Mountain View Fire Rescue Six people were in the home when the fire started. One person was taken to the hospital and treated for burn injuries while others were evaluated at the scene. Mountain View Fire Rescue After crews searched the home, they found the woman dead inside. Her identity has not been released. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
