Police Save Man After He Allegedly Set Quick-Moving Fire on Train

Chicago police officers helped an allegedly suicidal man escape a fire with seconds to spare.
Feb. 13, 2018

Officers helped an allegedly suicidal man escape a fire with seconds to spare. The dramatic video was captured by surveillance cameras on a train in Chicago. Police say a man threatened to light himself on fire, using what they believe was paint thinner. One officer is seen trying to talk to the man for a moment before attempting to kick the can of flammable liquid out of his hand.

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