What to know about the death of a woman who was set on fire in a New York City subway train
23 hours, 20 minutes ago

What to know about the death of a woman who was set on fire in a New York City subway train

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City police have a person in custody who is suspected to have set a woman on fire in the subway early Sunday and then watched from a bench as she became engulfed in flames and died. Her clothing “became fully engulfed in a matter of seconds,” said New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, describing the case as “one of the most depraved crimes one person could possibly commit against another human being.” The man then sat on a nearby bench outside the train car and watched as officers and a transit worker extinguished the flames. Police patrol the New York City subways, and there are a vast network of cameras in stations and in all subway cars. Violent incidents in the subway often put people on edge, in part because many New Yorkers take the train multiple times a day and often have their own experiences with uncomfortable interactions in the system.

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Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway
14 hours, 37 minutes ago

Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway

Hindustan Times  

A man is facing murder and arson charges in New York City for allegedly setting a woman on fire inside a subway train and then watching her die after she was engulfed in flames, police said Monday. A suspect, identified by police as Sebastian Zapeta, is facing murder and arson charges in New York City for allegedly setting a woman …

Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway
Top News
23 hours, 30 minutes ago

Man faces murder charges in the death of a woman who was lit on fire in New York City subway

Associated Press  

A man is facing murder charges in New York City for allegedly setting a woman on fire inside a subway train and then watching her die after she was engulfed in flames, police said Monday. New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch described the case as “one of the most depraved crimes one person could possibly commit against another human …

Police arrest suspect who set woman on fire in New York subway
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1 day, 4 hours ago

Police arrest suspect who set woman on fire in New York subway

Raw Story  

New York City police arrested a man suspected of setting fire to a woman on the subway in Brooklyn who died from the incident, authorities said, calling it "one of the most depraved crimes" a person could commit. The man "calmly walked up to the victim" on the F train in Brooklyn and set her ablaze on Sunday morning, New …

Suspect arrested after woman fatally set on fire on New York subway
Top News
1 day, 15 hours ago

Suspect arrested after woman fatally set on fire on New York subway

Al Jazeera  

The attack took place on the F train at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue subway station in Brooklyn. Police in New York City have arrested a man they suspect set a woman on fire while she appeared to be asleep on the subway train, killing her. The woman, who has not been identified, sat motionlessly on board a stationary F train …

Woman dies after man sets her on fire on New York subway, suspect detained
Top News
1 day, 15 hours ago

Woman dies after man sets her on fire on New York subway, suspect detained

India Today  

Police arrested a man they said set a woman on fire while she appeared to be asleep on a New York City subway train on Sunday morning, killing her. The woman, who has not been identified, sat motionlessly aboard a stationary F train at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue subway station in Brooklyn at about 7.30 am when an unknown man …

New York City turns to AI-powered scanners in push to keep guns out of the subway system
4 months, 3 weeks ago

New York City turns to AI-powered scanners in push to keep guns out of the subway system

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City is turning to AI-powered scanners in a new bid to keep guns out of its subway system, but the pilot program launched Friday is already being met with skepticism from riders and the threat of a lawsuit from civil liberties advocates who say the searches are unconstitutional. “But if you would speak to the …

New York subway rider pushed onto tracks and killed in latest violent attack underground
8 months, 4 weeks ago

New York subway rider pushed onto tracks and killed in latest violent attack underground

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A subway rider has …

New York City to send 800 more officers to police subway fare-beating
8 months, 4 weeks ago

New York City to send 800 more officers to police subway fare-beating

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City plans to intensify a crackdown on subway fare-beating by sending at least 800 police officers specifically to keep watch on turnstiles, officials announced Monday. The train could not stop and the person was struck and was pronounced dead at the scene, the New York Police Department said. Subway safety fears have proven difficult to …

Prosecutors say New York subway shooting may have been self defense
9 months, 1 week ago

Prosecutors say New York subway shooting may have been self defense

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A man who shot and critically wounded another passenger on a New York City subway train may have acted in self-defense and will not immediately be charged with any crime, prosecutors said Friday. Michael Kemper, the Police Department’s chief of transit, said at a briefing late Thursday that witnesses had reported that the man who was shot …

Transit crime is back as a top concern in some US cities, and political leaders have taken notice
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Transit crime is back as a top concern in some US cities, and political leaders have taken notice

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Fear of crime on subways and buses is back as a top concern in some U.S. cities, and so are efforts to persuade public officials to take the issue seriously. Kathy Hochul said Wednesday she would task 750 members of the National Guard with helping patrol the nation’s busiest subway system, saying she felt New York City …

New York Gov. Hochul Deploying National Guard To Do Subway Bag Checks
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York Gov. Hochul Deploying National Guard To Do Subway Bag Checks

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday that she’s dispatching 1,000 law enforcement officers, comprised mostly of National Guard members, into the New York City subway system following recent attacks on riders and employees. The plan is for 750 National Guard officers, and 250 state and MTA police officers to patrol, conduct bag checks and deter criminal …

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes

Associated Press  

Kathy Hochul announced plans Wednesday to send the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police conduct random searches of riders’ bags for weapons following a series of high-profile crimes on city trains. Hochul, a Democrat, said she will deploy 750 members of the National Guard to the subways to assist the New York Police Department …

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes
9 months, 2 weeks ago

New York will send National Guard to subways after a string of violent crimes

LA Times  

Kathy Hochul said she will deploy 750 members of the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police with bag searches at entrances to busy train stations. Kathy Hochul announced plans Wednesday to send the National Guard to the New York City subway system to help police search passengers’ bags for weapons, following a series of …

Police ID suspects in killing of man on Bronx subway car as transit officials discuss rising crime
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Police ID suspects in killing of man on Bronx subway car as transit officials discuss rising crime

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City police identified three suspects in the killing of a man on a subway car last week, and transit authorities were set to meet Monday to discuss rising crime in the city’s transit system. The NYPD said in a post on X on Sunday that they’re seeking Justin Herde, Betty Cotto and Alfredo Trinidad in …

Gunfire at New York subway station kills 1, injures 5. Police say teen dispute sparked shooting
10 months, 1 week ago

Gunfire at New York subway station kills 1, injures 5. Police say teen dispute sparked shooting

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — An argument between two groups of teenagers riding the New York City subway exploded into deadly violence Monday when shooting started after the train’s doors opened at a station, killing a man and wounding five others. “There were at least six shots.” “I saw sparkles as the bullets hit the wall,” he added “A woman was holding …

‘Our trains need to be safe.’ Woman’s attack on L.A. Metro line sparks calls for action
1 year, 7 months ago

‘Our trains need to be safe.’ Woman’s attack on L.A. Metro line sparks calls for action

LA Times  

Passengers come and go at the 7th Street/Metro Center station in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Mahone said the woman was left with a “big ol’ knot between her eyes” and waited at least 10 minutes before officials stopped the train and passengers could find officers. Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn this week requested a “full accounting” of Metro security …

New York subway crime: What is perception, what is real, and how to fix it
2 years, 2 months ago

New York subway crime: What is perception, what is real, and how to fix it

CNN  

CNN — The New York subway system is one of the world’s largest, oldest and most complicated with 472 stations and 665 miles of track. New York’s transit system defies regular community policing tactics because it is not a community but is the sprawling and constantly moving system which binds all of New York’s communities together. New York Mayor Eric …

As crime increases in New York City’s transit system, mayor announces criminal justice task forces
2 years, 2 months ago

As crime increases in New York City’s transit system, mayor announces criminal justice task forces

CNN  

CNN — New York has created three task forces aimed at streamlining the city’s justice system in the hopes of decreasing violence, officials announced Sunday. City officials touted frank discussions on crime solutions with criminal justice stakeholders at a two-day summit with Mayor Eric Adams held at Gracie Mansion, the official mayoral residence, on Saturday and Sunday. The three task …

Officials vow more police patrols to curb NYC subway crime
2 years, 2 months ago

Officials vow more police patrols to curb NYC subway crime

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York City and state officials on Saturday announced new efforts to curb violence and other crimes on the city’s subway system, including increased police patrols, cameras and mental health help for those in need. We must match the actual impacts with how New Yorkers feel on the streets and in the subway system.” Adams and Hochul …

New York City set to bolster police presence in the subway system as part of efforts to crack down on transit crime
2 years, 2 months ago

New York City set to bolster police presence in the subway system as part of efforts to crack down on transit crime

CNN  

CNN — New York state and city officials are bolstering their efforts to combat crime and mental illness in New York City’s subway system with an increased police presence and new training for officers on engaging with homeless individuals. Kathy Hochul spoke at a news conference Saturday about the plans to increase subway safety, alongside New York City Mayor Eric …

New York City will FINALLY install two security cameras on EVERY train car by 2025
2 years, 3 months ago

New York City will FINALLY install two security cameras on EVERY train car by 2025

Daily Mail  

Security cameras will soon be installed in every single one of New York City's 6,400 subway cars, the city has announced - a painstaking $5.5milllion project designed to quash a pandemic surge in transit crime. Security cameras will soon be installed in every single one of New York's 6,400 subway cars, the city has announced - a $5.5milllion project designed …

NYPD cops pose as Amazon and FedEx delivery staff to catch criminals
2 years, 5 months ago

NYPD cops pose as Amazon and FedEx delivery staff to catch criminals

Daily Mail  

At least three NYPD officers were pictured posing as Amazon and FedEx delivery drivers at a subway station on Wednesday while hunting for perverts. The three undercover NYPD officers at the Myrtle-Broadway station in Brooklyn, New York, on June 29 The Instagram user who posted the photo said that the cops were trying to catch fare evaders To counter rising …

After mass shooting, NYC explores gun detectors in subways
2 years, 6 months ago

After mass shooting, NYC explores gun detectors in subways

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — In the aftermath of a mass shooting on a New York City subway train, the mayor floated a high-tech idea: deploy scanners that can spot someone carrying a gun into the transit system before they have a chance to use it. In an email, Dana Loof, Evolv’s chief marketing officer, said false positives “are an order of …

After mass shooting, New York City explores gun detectors in subways
2 years, 6 months ago

After mass shooting, New York City explores gun detectors in subways

Hindustan Times  

In the aftermath of a mass shooting on a New York City subway train, the mayor floated a high-tech idea: deploy scanners that can spot someone carrying a gun into the transit system before they have a chance to use it. You’re going to have to tie up a lot of officers doing this,” said James Dooley, a retired New …

Suspect under arrest in deadly New York City subway shooting
2 years, 6 months ago

Suspect under arrest in deadly New York City subway shooting

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — A man suspected of abruptly pulling a gun and killing a stranger on a New York City subway train was arrested Tuesday, with police saying his motive for the unprovoked attack was “a big mystery.” Andrew Abdullah, 25, was expected to face a murder charge in the death of 48-year-old Daniel Enriquez, who was shot to death …

Man fatally shot on New York subway train; suspect at large
2 years, 7 months ago

Man fatally shot on New York subway train; suspect at large

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — An unidentified gunman shot and killed another passenger on a moving New York City subway train Sunday morning in what police officials said appeared to be an unprovoked attack. The shooting happened on a Q train traveling over the Manhattan Bridge at around 11:40 a.m., a time of day when subway cars are often filled with families, …

New York: Suspect in Brooklyn subway shooting arrested
2 years, 8 months ago

New York: Suspect in Brooklyn subway shooting arrested

India TV News  

Highlights Suspect in the Brooklyn subway station shooting has been arrested At least 16 people were injured in the attack The shooting had taken place during morning rush hour at Brooklyn subway station A suspect in the Brooklyn subway station shooting which took place in New York and left around 16 people injured on Tuesday, was arrested on Wednesday afternoon. …

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway
2 years, 8 months ago

Anxieties resurface as gunfire erupts on NYC subway

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The city’s new mayor vowed to “make sure New …

New York Police Department names 'person of interest' in Brooklyn subway station shooting
2 years, 8 months ago

New York Police Department names 'person of interest' in Brooklyn subway station shooting

India TV News  

Highlights NYPD has identified a 62-year-old man as a “person of interest” in Brooklyn subway station shooting New York City agencies have also announced a joint USD 50,000 reward for any information Ten people were injured by gunfire and an additional 13 others were injured The New York Police Department has identified a 62-year-old man as a “person of interest” …

Brooklyn subway shooting: Gun found as police say fugitive wanted to shoot more but weapon jammed
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn subway shooting: Gun found as police say fugitive wanted to shoot more but weapon jammed

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. At least 28 people were injured …

Rush-hour shooting in subway station is New York's latest gun crime incident
2 years, 8 months ago

Rush-hour shooting in subway station is New York's latest gun crime incident

Hindustan Times  

A rush-hour shooting in the Brooklyn subway in New York injured at least 16 people and triggered scenes of chaos Tuesday, as wounded and panicked passengers fled a smoke-filled train onto the platform. Members of the New York Police Department patrol the streets after at least 13 people were injured during a rush-hour shooting at a subway station in the …

New York subway shooting: What eyewitnesses said they saw
2 years, 8 months ago

New York subway shooting: What eyewitnesses said they saw

Hindustan Times  

Several people were shot at on Tuesday morning at a subway station in Brooklyn, New York, according to reports. Fire personnel responding to reports of smoke at the 36th Street station in Sunset Park found multiple people shot, a New York City Fire Department spokesperson said. People wait for the subway train after a shooting at a subway station in …

Brooklyn subway shooting highlights: 'Not being probed as terrorism but…' say police
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn subway shooting highlights: 'Not being probed as terrorism but…' say police

Hindustan Times  

New York City Police Department officers leave a subway station, the scene of a shooting, in the Brooklyn borough on April 12, 2022. At least 16 people have been injured in a shooting at a subway station in New York's Brooklyn on Tuesday morning. The New York City Fire Department said that of the total injured, 10 were hit by …

Photos: Gunman opens fire on Brooklyn subway train, 16 injured
2 years, 8 months ago

Photos: Gunman opens fire on Brooklyn subway train, 16 injured

Al Jazeera  

A gunman in a construction vest donned a gas mask, set off a smoke canister on a New York City rush-hour subway train and shot at least 10 people Tuesday morning, authorities said. At least 16 in all were injured in some way in the attack that began on a subway train that pulled into the 36th Street station in …

New York-Brooklyn subway shooting: 16 injured, 10 shot in rush hour horror, suspect on run | Top developments
2 years, 8 months ago

New York-Brooklyn subway shooting: 16 injured, 10 shot in rush hour horror, suspect on run | Top developments

India TV News  

At least 16 people have been injured, 10 shot and 5 are in critical but stable condition after Tuesday's morning shooting at Brooklyn subway station during peak commuting hours when employees, students were heading towards work. Addressing a presser, the New York Police Department commissioner said Brooklyn subway attack is not being investigated as terrorism as there are no life-threatening …

Brooklyn NY subway shooting leaves over 20 people injured
2 years, 8 months ago

Brooklyn NY subway shooting leaves over 20 people injured

Al Jazeera  

Suspect set off a smoke device and fired shots inside a metro train in Brooklyn during the morning rush hour. Ten people were shot on Tuesday morning inside a subway train in Brooklyn after a man put on a gas mask, set off two smoke canisters and began shooting at terrified passengers, New York city officials said. Thirteen other people …

New York City crime wave continues into 2022 as city rolls out safety plan
2 years, 9 months ago

New York City crime wave continues into 2022 as city rolls out safety plan

CNN  

CNN — Major crimes in New York City spiked nearly 60% in February compared to the same month in 2021 – a large majority occurring in a small swath of the metropolis – as Mayor Eric Adams rolled out his plan to combat gun violence and crime in the city. “The huge increase in hate crimes and subway crimes are …

NYC subway safety plan gets going after a violent weekend
2 years, 10 months ago

NYC subway safety plan gets going after a violent weekend

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — New York’s latest plan to tackle both crime and homelessness in subways was rolling into action Monday after police logged more than a half-dozen attacks in trains and stations over the holiday weekend. Mayor Eric Adams’ plan, announced Friday, involves sending more police, mental health clinicians and social service outreach workers into the subways. Levy, however, advised …

All New York subway stations now have security cameras
3 years, 3 months ago

All New York subway stations now have security cameras

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — All of New York’s 472 subway stations now are equipped with security cameras. The installation of the cameras has been accelerated over the last year after crime spiked in the subway system during the pandemic while ridership dropped. An MTA survey in the spring found that crime and harassment were as big a concern as COVID-19 for …

24-hour subway service returning to city that never sleeps
3 years, 7 months ago

24-hour subway service returning to city that never sleeps

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. More than 2 million people rode New York City …

2 killed, 2 injured in NYC subway stabbing attacks
3 years, 10 months ago

2 killed, 2 injured in NYC subway stabbing attacks

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — An unidentified man could be responsible for four separate stabbings that occurred within a few hours in the New York City subways, leaving two people dead, authorities said. The assaults happened between Friday morning and early Saturday, New York Police Department officials said during a news conference. In response, NYPD officials said they would deploy an additional …

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