Amy Mek
A horrifying attack on New York City’s subway system has once again showcased the devastating consequences of the U.S. President Joe Biden and his administration’s deliberately traitorous immigration policies and the Democrats’ systematic dismantling of President Trump’s border security successes. The victim, an innocent sleeping woman, was set on fire and killed in a stationary subway car at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station early Sunday morning. Authorities have arrested an illegal Guatemalan migrant whose presence in the United States is just the latest deadly example of the brokenness of the current immigration system.
A Nation Betrayed by Open Borders
The suspect, a 33-year-old Guatemalan migrant, crossed into the United States illegally in 2018 and was apprehended by Border Patrol agents in Arizona. He was deported under the Trump administration on June 7, 2018, after being served with an expedited removal order. He then unlawfully re-entered the U.S. at an unknown date and location under Biden’s administration, which failed to prevent or detect his illegal return. Despite this, his immigration status remains unclear, and he was living in a New York City shelter—part of the Democrat-led city’s disastrous “sanctuary” policies that prioritize the well-being of illegal migrants over the safety of American citizens.
Under President Trump, immigration enforcement was a priority. Strict border policies, including the construction of the border wall and the “Remain in Mexico” program, drastically reduced illegal crossings. Biden’s administration, however, reversed these measures, opening the floodgates to uncontrolled immigration. The suspect’s presence in the U.S., enabled by Biden’s failure to enforce the law, now leaves an innocent woman dead and a community shaken.
A Heinous Act of Violence
The attack occurred around 7:30 a.m. on a Coney Island F train. According to NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch, the migrant approached the sleeping victim, doused her in flames with a lighter, and coldly watched as she burned alive. Surveillance footage shows the suspect sitting calmly on a bench, unbothered by the depravity of his crime.
Despite patrol officers extinguishing the flames, the victim died horrifically at the scene. Investigators initially thought the fire might have been accidental due to the presence of liquor bottles near the victim. However, surveillance video revealed the suspect approaching the victim, igniting her clothing, and then watching as she burned. The victim was later found to have mobility issues, with a walker left at the scene. Her multiple layers of clothing likely accelerated the fire.
Videos shared on social media of the horrific attack reveal an alarming scene: instead of rushing to save the woman engulfed in flames, there is a shocking display of indifference from both law enforcement and bystanders. An NYPD officer is seen walking past the victim without reacting, while onlookers choose to film the tragedy rather than intervene. This horrifying lack of action is not only indicative of the cultural decay and institutional dysfunction that have taken root in America but also reflects a dangerous shift in the perceived cost-benefit of stopping crimes and confronting criminals.
The costly and politically charged trial of Daniel Penny—a U.S. Marine veteran who stepped in to protect fellow subway passengers from an aggressive individual, only to face second-degree manslaughter charges after the incident resulted in the individual’s death—is a prime example of this moral inversion. Penny’s case, and others like it, have sent a chilling message: intervening to stop crimes can come at great personal and legal risk. Fueled by the Democrats’ leftist agenda, this inversion of justice likely plays a significant role in the public’s growing reluctance to act during such crises, leaving victims increasingly vulnerable to unchecked violence.
HEARTBREAKING: New footage shows a woman being burned alive on a NYC subway after being set on fire by a migrant.
— Idiots Caught On Camera (@IdiotsInCamera) December 23, 2024
Watch the cop just walking back and forth waiting for a backup. Disgusting! pic.twitter.com/AC3JvasAJb
The suspect was apprehended hours later after three high school students recognized him from surveillance footage released by the NYPD. The students alerted police, who intercepted the subway train at Herald Square in Manhattan and found the suspect still wearing the same clothing from the attack. A lighter was discovered in his pocket at the time of his arrest.
Failed Policies, Deadly Consequences
This isn’t just a New York tragedy; it’s a national crisis. Cities across America are grappling with the consequences of unchecked migration and Democrat-backed “catch-and-release” policies.
The attack also highlights the growing strain caused by Biden’s deliberate exploitation of the “border crisis,” shipping problematic migrants into previously safe areas that are now overwhelmed by the influx. New York’s overburdened shelters have become breeding grounds for crime and disorder, as evidenced by this unthinkable subway killing.
This attack marked the second violent death on the New York City subway system on the same day. Earlier that morning, another individual was killed and one injured in a stabbing incident on a 7 train in Queens. Despite claims by New York Governor Kathy Hochul that crime on the subway has decreased by 42% since January 2021, the repeated high-profile violent incidents leave residents feeling increasingly unsafe.
Kathy Hochul posted a video and statement the day before the attack, proudly claiming credit for making the subway system safer.
A Wake-Up Call for America
The Democrats’ determination to reverse Trump-era policies, which had been proven to be effective for improving the safety of Americans, has left the American people vulnerable. The result is a weakened border, an influx of unvetted migrants, and a tragic uptick in violent crimes like this one. This barbaric act wasn’t just the result of one individual’s depravity—it’s the product of a system that empowers lawlessness and disregards the safety of American citizens.
What Must Be Done
This horrific crime should be a wake-up call as to the urgent need for strong, conservative leadership that prioritizes national security and enforces immigration laws. The solution is clear: reinstate Trump’s border policies, secure the southern border, and hold Democrats accountable for their reckless and dangerous agenda.
The Biden administration and its open-border allies owe the American people an explanation. How many more innocent lives must be lost before they admit their failure? For the victim on that subway car, it’s already too late. But for the sake of countless others, it’s time to close the border and restore safety and sanity to this country.
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