A New York City man has been handed a lengthy prison sentence after being convicted of setting a fellow subway rider on fire in a shocking act of violence. The incident, which occurred in 2021, left the victim with severe burns and has sparked widespread outrage in the city. According to reports, the defendant allegedly doused the victim with a flammable liquid and set them ablaze in a crowded subway car. The case highlights the growing concerns about safety and security on New York City's public transportation system.
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