Teen accused of setting sleeping subway rider on fire in NYC

A high school student accused of setting a subway rider on fire in New York City is facing federal arson charges.

Officials say 18-year-old Hiram Carrero ignited a piece of paper and dropped it near the sleeping 56-year-old victim on Monday.

The man stumbled to the platform at the next stop. Surveillance images show his legs and torse on fire…

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