A woman who tragically lost her life after a man intentionally set fire to her while she was sleeping on a New York City subway train has been identified as Debrina Kawam, a 57-year-old resident of New Jersey. Initially thought to be 61, the New York Police Department confirmed her identity.
The New York City Office of the Medical Examiner determined that Kawam's death was a result of homicide caused by thermal injuries and smoke inhalation. The suspect, Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, a 33-year-old undocumented migrant, has been indicted on charges of first- and second-degree murder and arson.
