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News in English (USA) / 27.11.2025 / 10:00

Violent Incident on Chicago Transit: Woman Set on Fire, Suspect in Custody

In a shocking incident on the Chicago CTA Blue Line, a woman was set on fire after an argument escalated, leading to a federal terrorism charge against the suspect, Lawrence Reed. Reed, who has a staggering 72 prior arrests, is now under scrutiny as his long criminal history comes to light. The victim, identified as 26-year-old Bethany MaGee, is currently fighting for her life in the hospital. Her family has launched a GoFundMe campaign, which has quickly raised over $200,000 to assist with her recovery. In the aftermath, calls for changes to the SAFE-T Act and discussions around the role of electronic monitoring in Cook County have intensified, as community leaders and authorities seek measures to enhance public safety in light of this disturbing event.
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