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Accused Subway Arsonist Indicted for Murder Amid Calls for Federal Charges

Sebastian Zapeta-Calil indicted on multiple charges related to violent burning of a woman on subway. Advocates pushing for federal arson charges.

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Sebastian Zapeta-Calil, 33, has been indicted on first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and arson charges for setting a woman on fire in a NYC subway, leading authorities to consider federal charges. Brooklyn DA Eric Gonzalez emphasized the malicious nature of the crime, as Zapeta-Calil allegedly approached the sleeping victim and ignited her clothing with a lighter. The victim remains unidentified as efforts continue to ascertain her identity. Zapeta-Calil, an undocumented immigrant from Guatemala, is held without bail and is scheduled for arraignment on January 7.

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