White woman, set on fire on cta train and burned over 60% of her body, is released from the hospital

By Grand Rapids Anonymous
friday, february 6, 2026 at 2:43:00 p.m. est

chicago (wls) -- a woman who was set on fire on a cta blue line train back in november is now out of the hospital.

Bethany MaGee released a statement, saying she was released from Stroger hospital on thursday.

she thanked hospital staff for their care as she celebrates this milestone in her recovery.

the statement reads, "yesterday marked an important step in my recovery, as I was discharged from cook county Health Stroger hospital. My family and I are grateful to be able to celebrate this milestone, and we want to sincerely thank everyone who has offered support, kindness, and encouragement during this time.

"I am especially thankful to the burn team at Stroger hospital for their exceptional care, compassion, and expertise, as well as for the support they showed my family throughout my hospitalization.

"I kindly ask for continued respect for my privacy and that of my family, as I focus on my recovery."

"Magee was riding the train in the Loop when Lawrence Reed allegedly attacked her.

("Allegedly." He DID IT, DAMMIT!)

Reed faces both state and federal charges (allegedly).

--GRA