Victim Named in Shocking NYC Subway Arson Murder

Crime

1 year ago

News sources:

Credited from: BBC

Police have identified **Debrina Kawam**, 61, as the victim of a **subway arson** incident in Brooklyn from December 22.
The suspect, **Sebastian Zapeta**, 33, is accused of igniting the fire while Ms. Kawam was asleep, leading to her tragic death.
Zapeta has been indicted on **four counts of murder** and one count of arson, although he claims to have no recollection of the events.
The investigation took over a week, with authorities collecting **DNA evidence** to confirm Ms. Kawam’s identity amid false reports circulating online.
The case has drawn significant media attention, with New York Police Commissioner describing it as "one of the most depraved crimes one person could possibly commit."

For more details, visit the original article at BBC News.