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After an outpouring of support following her arson attack on a CTA Blue Line train, the family of Bethany MaGee has established a GoFundMe campaign to help offset costs as she continues her recovery.

MaGee, 26, was set on fire as she rode the CTA Blue Line through the Loop last week in a jarring attack allegedly carried out by a career criminal with dozens of prior arrests and a questionable mental health history.

“Many of her immediate medical expenses are covered by insurance and a victims fund, but with such a long road ahead of her, the freedom from financial worries would be a tremendous blessing,” MaGee’s family said in a GoFundMe campaign launched Tuesday. “No gifts are expected, but any that are given will go directly to Bethany.”

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