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flag A man set fire on a CTA Blue Line train, causing burns and delays, and faces multiple arson charges.

flag A 52-year-old Northlake man, Jesus Martinez, was charged with felony aggravated arson and criminal damage to government property after allegedly setting his belongings on fire on a moving CTA Blue Line train near Damen Avenue in Wicker Park on December 19, 2025. flag The fire caused second-degree burns to his legs, but he was treated at Stroger Hospital and released in good condition. flag No other injuries were reported, though the incident caused significant delays. flag ATF agents arrested Martinez, who faces a court hearing on Sunday. flag The event occurred the same day CTA officials were set to implement a new safety plan with increased police presence. flag He also faces separate charges related to a fire at City Hall.

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