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Man Attempts to Set Officer on Fire | Gainesville News
In Gainesville, Florida, a 66-year-old man named Henry Chambers allegedly tried to set a police officer on fire during a volatile nighttime encounter, sparking a dangerous scuffle that left officers with burns and cuts—and Chambers facing serious charges including attempted murder and resisting arrest. What began as a mental health call spiraled into chaos when Chambers threw alcohol at officers, grabbed a lighter, and targeted an officer’s groin. One officer suffered burns to his inner thigh, while Chambers was hospitalized before being jailed. This explosive incident underscores the…
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