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Danville Councilman Remains in Critical Condition After Arson Attack as Fundraiser Tops $57,000

He underwent his first surgery at UNC Chapel Hill Burn Clinic, beginning a lengthy recovery that will include multiple operations followed by months of rehabilitation

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Overview

  • Lee Vogler is in stable but critical condition with second- and third-degree burns covering more than half his body at the UNC Chapel Hill Burn Clinic
  • He had his initial surgery on August 1 and medical staff are preparing for further procedures to address extensive burn injuries
  • Suspect Shotsie Michael Buck Hayes has been charged with attempted first-degree murder and aggravated malicious wounding after confessing he intended to kill Vogler
  • Danville police say the attack stemmed from a personal dispute and was not politically motivated, and Hayes is being held without bond pending trial
  • A GoFundMe campaign for Vogler’s medical and recovery costs has raised over $57,000 toward its $100,000 goal