A man accused of setting a woman on fire inside a New York City subway train and then watching her die is awaiting arraignment.

Sebastian Zapeta, accused of setting a woman on fire inside a New York City subway train, appeared in court on Dec. 24.

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, who federal immigration officials said is a Guatemalan citizen who entered the U.S. illegally, was not required to enter a plea and did not speak at the hearing in Brooklyn criminal court.

Sebastian Zapeta-Calil made a bizarre admission to officers after allegedly setting a woman on fire who died on the spot.