Authorities have identified 57-year-old Debrina Kawam as the victim of a fatal arson attack on a New York City subway train on December 22. The suspect, 33-year-old Sebastian Zapeta, has been indicted on multiple charges including murder and arson. Kawam’s death has been ruled a homicide caused by thermal and inhalational injuries. The incident has sparked safety concerns regarding New York’s subway system amid a rise in violent attacks. Mayor Eric Adams emphasized the need for safe shelters for the city’s homeless population.