Danville, Virginia councilman faces possible 'years' of rehab after gasoline attack, boss says
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The Virginia city councilman who was set on fire in an alleged murder attempt last week faces a “long, painful and uncertain recovery,” his employer says.

Danville City Council member Lee Vogler, 39, works as director of marketing at Showcase Magazine. The magazine’s owner, Andrew Brooks, says Vogler is now receiving care at the UNC Burn Clinic in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

“His wife, Blair, and their children are by his side as he begins what will be a long, painful, and uncertain recovery,” Brooks wrote. “He faces multiple surgeries, an extended hospital stay, and months – if not years – of rehabilitation.”

The Dansville Police Department says Shotsie Michael Buck Hayes, 29, of Danville, allegedly forced his way into the Showcase Magazine’s office building, poured a five-gallon bucket of gasoline on Vogler, and set him on fire.

“We are deeply grateful for your prayers, messages, and generosity during this incredibly difficult time,” she added. “Knowing our community is standing with us means more than words can express, and it has given us strength when we need it most. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts.”

The alleged attempted murder happened at the Showcase Magazine building, where Danville, Va., Councilman Lee Vogler was working on July 30, 2025.

The alleged attempted murder happened at the Showcase Magazine building, where Danville, Va., Councilman Lee Vogler was working on July 30, 2025. (Google Maps)

Officials said Vogler, a Republican, and Hayes knew each other and that the incident stemmed from a “personal matter,” not related to Vogler’s position on Danville City Council or any other political affiliation.

Hayes is charged with attempted first-degree murder and aggravated malicious wounding, according to officials. He is being held in the Danville City Jail without bond.

Fox News’ Alexandra Koch and the Assocaited Press contributed to this report

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