A man accused of murder and arson in connection with the death of a woman inside a subway train car in New York City is set to appear in court on Friday. Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, 33, allegedly set fire to a woman who was asleep on an F train in Brooklyn, resulting in her death. The victim's cause of death was classified as a homicide due to thermal injuries and smoke inhalation.
The incident has raised concerns about subway safety amid recent random attacks, shedding light on ongoing issues such as homelessness, illegal immigration, and substance abuse in major cities like New York. A vigil was held to honor the victim at the Stillwell Avenue station.
