Teen Sets Passenger on Fire on Subway

A 19-year-old high school senior, Hiram Carrero, just got five-and-a-half years in federal prison for setting a sleeping 56-year-old subway passenger on fire in New York City—using a piece of paper to ignite flames that trapped him as the train pulled into Times Square. First responders saved his life, but he’s now in critical condition. Prosecutors called it horrific and unconscionable, warning that such acts of terror on public transit won’t be tolerated. Carrero also faces three years of supervised release and restitution. This case sends a chilling message: your daily commute isn’t safe from violence—and justice will be swift. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/70782ae36c70a8d3