Oklahoma City: Man Throws Molotov Cocktail at Wheelchair-Bound Victim, Pushes Him Into Flames

A 38-year-old man in Oklahoma City threw a Molotov cocktail at a man in a wheelchair and pushed him into the fire. The victim survived and is expected to recover.

Oklahoma City: Man Throws Molotov Cocktail at Wheelchair-Bound Victim, Pushes Him Into Flames

A 38-year-old man in Oklahoma City, United States, has been arrested after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at another man seated in a wheelchair and then pushing him into the flames. The attack took place on July 2 near the central police headquarters of the city.

According to footage released by authorities, the suspect approached the victim and hurled an incendiary device at him. The wheelchair immediately caught fire, engulfing the victim in flames. The assailant then reportedly shoved the burning wheelchair, leaving the victim trapped.

The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment. Medical officials reported that he is expected to recover and is now out of immediate danger.

Security cameras in the area recorded the entire incident. The video was made public by police a few days after the attack, leading to widespread shock.

The suspect now faces multiple felony charges related to the assault. The motive behind the attack remains under investigation by Oklahoma City Police.

Source: Protothema

Source: Proto Thema