Frank James pleads guilty to terrorism charges in Brooklyn subway shooting

The man who fired more than 30 shots on a New York City subway train last spring pleaded guilty to terrorism charges on Tuesday. Frank James was arrested on 13 April 2022 after opening fire on the subway, shooting 10 people.

About 30 people required medical treatment after the shooting, which happened on 12 April, including four schoolchildren aged 12 to 16. In addition to bullet wounds, victims suffered smoke inhalation and injuries from falls and panic.

James fled the scene by boarding another train and throwing out the neon jacket and gas mask he had worn during the attack. He was arrested following a 30-hour manhunt.

James also discussed his history of post-traumatic stress disorder as well as the failing state of mental health services. Prior to the shooting, Adams had sent thousands of additional police to patrol the subway and kick out homeless persons staying there after a series of violent incidents on the subway.