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NYC's Tragic Subway Fire: A Life Lost

New York, Brooklyn, USAWednesday, January 1, 2025

On December 22, a tragic event unfolded in New York City. A woman, later identified as Debrina Kawam, age 57, from New Jersey, was killed in a brutal way. She was set on fire while sleeping on a subway train in Brooklyn's Coney Island. The police, after facing challenges, eventually named the victim. Debrina, living in Toms River, had recently moved to NYC and had interacting briefly with the city's homeless services. NYC Mayor Eric Adams expressed his condolences and emphasized the importance of helping the homeless.

The attacker, Sebastian Zapeta, was arrested shortly after and has been indicted on murder and arson charges. He was allegedly seen on surveillance setting Debrina's clothes on fire and watching her burn. This incident has sparked conversations about the safety and support for the homeless in NYC.

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