Man indicted on murder, arson charges in burning death of woman on New York subway train

Man indicted on murder, arson charges in burning death of woman on New York subway train

[South China Morning Post] - 12/27/2024

Authorities say Sebastian Zapeta approached the motionless woman, who was thought to be asleep, and set her clothing on fire with a lighter.



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