A 36-year-old man, Kareem McCalla, was arrested for the fatal stabbing of Alvin Francis, a 41-year-old passenger, on a Brooklyn shuttle bus. The attack occurred on May 11 during a heated argument, which escalated into violence as McCalla stabbed Francis multiple times. Police later identified McCalla through surveillance footage, securing his arrest. He is now charged with second-degree murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon and has been remanded without bail, awaiting his court appearance. The incident highlights rising concerns over public safety on transit systems.
Kareem McCalla, 36, was arrested for fatally stabbing 41-year-old Alvin Francis during an argument on a Brooklyn shuttle bus, leading to charges of murder.
The deadly stabbing occurred around 2:30 p.m. on May 11, quickly escalating from an argument to violence, resulting in multiple stab wounds to the victim.
Surveillance footage from the bus played a critical role in identifying and arresting McCalla, who fled the scene before police arrived.
McCalla is charged with second-degree murder and fourth-degree criminal possession of a weapon, currently held in custody without bail.
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