A man who allegedly drenched a Virginia city councilman in gasoline and set him on fire Wednesday told police he intended for the attack to be deadly, according to charging documents. Danville City Council member Lee Vogler, 39, was working at Showcase Magazine when Shotsie Michael Buck Hayes, 29, of Danville, allegedly forced his way into the building, poured a five-gallon bucket of gasoline on Vogler, and set him on fire. Hayes later told police he intended for Vogler to perish in the fire. Vogler was airlifted to a regional medical facility for treatment, and his current condition is unknown. Hayes is charged with attempted first-degree murder and aggravated malicious wounding.
The attack occurred in a personal context, not related to Vogler’s political role or any other political affiliation. Vogler’s wife, Blair, expressed her support for her husband’s recovery, emphasizing his courage and determination. The incident has sparked discussions on personal safety and the potential for violence in local communities. Officials stated that the incident stemmed from a