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Virginia man sentenced to 40 years for setting councilman on fire

Shotsie Buck-Hayes has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire in July 2022. Buck-Hayes pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree murder and aggravated malicious wounding, with the judge suspending part of the sentences. Vogler, who suffered extensive burns, expressed gratitude for the support he received and a commitment to moving forward.

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Shotsie Buck-Hayes has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for setting Danville City Councilman Lee Vogler on fire in July 2022. Buck-Hayes pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree murder and aggravated malicious wounding, with the judge suspending part of the sentences. Vogler, who suffered extensive burns, expressed gratitude for the support he received and a commitment to moving forward.

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Man who lit Virginia councilman on fire sentenced to 40 years in prison

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Virginia man sentenced to 40 years for setting councilman on fire