Alabama Man Accused Of Lighting Ex On Fire Arrested

89 views · Published 21 August 2014 · 0:30 · Indexed 20 September 2026

Channel: NBC 15 · 2014 · News & Politics

Watch on YouTube

MIDFIELD, Ala. (AP) -- Jefferson County sheriff's officials say a man accused of dousing his ex-girlfriend in gasoline and lighting her on fire has been arrested.

Sheriff's spokesman Randy Christian says 48-year-old Michael Kennedy of Mulga was arrested Monday afternoon at a house in Midfield on charges of domestic violence and attempted murder.

Investigators have said Kennedy had been dating the 49-year-old woman who recently ended their relationship. Sgt. Jack Self said witnesses told investigators Kennedy returned to the woman's house Sunday morning and she was lit on fire after an argument.

Authorities have said the woman suffered burns to her head, arms, upper body and legs, and she's hospitalized in serious condition. According to jail records, Kennedy is being held on $60,000 bond. It's unclear if he has an attorney.

More from this channel

• 4:29 Mayoral Candidates Talk About Issues

  NBC 15

  105 views · 27 August 2013

• 2:41 Diana Nyad's Swimming Feat Gets Locals Talking

  NBC 15

  66 views · 3 September 2013

• 6:26 Joey Jones Sept 18 2013 (3 of 4)

  NBC 15

  20 views · 19 September 2013

• 1:50 Voters Picking Nominees in 1st District

  NBC 15

  14 views · 14 October 2013

• 5:32 Joey Jones Oct 12 2013 (1 of 4)

  NBC 15

  17 views · 14 October 2013

• 0:40 Nephew Shoots Uncle in Both Legs

  NBC 15

  24 views · 1 November 2013

• 3:58 Mouth of The South Interview

  NBC 15

  108 views · 14 November 2013

• 0:14 Crossing Guard Struck by Vehicle

  NBC 15

  98 views · 17 November 2013