NYC Subway Arson

Subway Burning Death: Man Indicted in NYC Train Fire

Sebastian Zapeta has been indicted on murder and arson charges for allegedly setting a sleeping woman on fire on a New York City subway train. The victim remains unidentified, with authorities utilizing fingerprints and DNA to establish her identity. Zapeta, a Guatemalan citizen who re-entered the U.S. illegally after deportation, faces a possible life sentence without parole. The incident has reignited concerns about subway safety, despite overall crime statistics showing a decrease in major crimes this year.

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NYC Subway Burning Suspect Arraigned; Immigration Status Fuels Debate

Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, a 33-year-old undocumented immigrant from Guatemala, was arraigned on murder and arson charges for allegedly setting fire to a sleeping woman on a New York City subway. The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, died from thermal injuries and smoke inhalation. Zapeta-Calil, who had previously been deported and illegally re-entered the US, was apprehended after being identified by witnesses. This incident, deemed a “brutal murder,” has exacerbated existing concerns about subway safety and highlighted issues of homelessness and substance abuse in the city.

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