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Beloved Cheerleader Remembered After Tragic Subway Attack

1/5/2025

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Debbie Kawam, affectionately known as Debrina, was a beloved cheerleader in Little Falls, N.J., radiating joy and energy. Her life took a heartbreaking turn when she was brutally set on fire during a random subway attack on December 22. As her identity emerged after nine days, classmates mourned her loss, cherishing memories of her vibrant spirit.

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Story summary

Debbie Kawam, affectionately known as Debrina, was a beloved cheerleader in Little Falls, N.J., radiating joy and energy. Her life took a heartbreaking turn when she was brutally set on fire during a random subway attack on December 22. As her identity emerged after nine days, classmates mourned her loss, cherishing memories of her vibrant spirit.