In a shocking incident at a Manhattan train station, a deranged career criminal showed no remorse as he was led out of an East Harlem precinct to face murder charges on Tuesday. Carlton McPherson, a 24-year-old from the Bronx, is accused of pushing a 54-year-old man in front of a No. 4 train on Monday evening, resulting in the victim's tragic death.

McPherson's arrest comes after a long history of disturbing incidents and previous arrests, according to the police. As he was escorted out of the 25th Precinct wearing a gray hoodie and black pants, McPherson had a sinister grin on his face. He attempted to put his hoodie on, but officers promptly removed it. Throughout the walk to a waiting car, he wore a serious expression and consistently turned his head away from news cameras, avoiding any response to reporter questions.

The fatal incident occurred at the 125th Street station when McPherson allegedly pushed the victim in front of the approaching train. Bystanders quickly identified him, leading to his arrest. Unfortunately, the victim was struck by the train and pronounced dead shortly after the police arrived at the scene.

This tragic incident raises concerns surrounding crime in the transit system, particularly in light of recent statistics. According to an analysis by The Post, felony assaults in the subways have spiked by more than 50% since 2019, becoming a significant portion of overall crime in the system. Responding to these concerns, the NYPD announced "Operation Fare Play" on Monday, a new initiative that involves deploying 800 additional officers to target farebeaters, seen as a key component of criminal activity in the subway.

As McPherson faces murder charges for his alleged actions, the public eagerly awaits the legal proceedings. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of ensuring safety within the city's transit system and the need for ongoing efforts to combat crime.