A Virginia lawmaker was doused in gasoline and set on fire in a 'personal' attack at his office allegedly by a man whose wife recently filed for divorce.
Danville City Councilman J. Lee Vogler, 38, was at the Showcase Magazine headquarters when the suspect stormed the building at around 11.30am and poured a flammable liquid over him, police said.
He burst in carrying a 'five gallon container' which he dumped on top of the politician, according to Andrews Brooks, the publication's owner.
Vogler attempted to flee but was chased to the front of the building, where the suspect ignited the liquid and set him ablaze, Brooks added.
Vogler was airlifted to Central Lynchburg General Hospital and was described as 'awake and talking' by Brooks, although police did not provide details on the nature of his injuries.
