Chicago police have a person of interest in custody after a 26-year-old woman was set on fire during an argument on a CTA Blue Line train around 9:30 p.m. Monday in the Loop, Audacy reported.
Chicago police say a 26-year-old woman got into an argument with a man at about 9:30 p.m. when he poured a liquid on her and then set her on fire.
She suffered severe head burns, and the attacker fled at Clark/Lake; detectives are reviewing footage.
The DX Brief
- Police detained a person of interest; suspect believed to be about 45 years old
- Incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. on the CTA Blue Line after an onboard argument
- Victim sustained severe burns to the head and was hospitalized in critical condition
- Detectives are examining security camera footage; a witness noted a strong burning smell
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