Fugitive Murder Suspect Arrested in NYC for Subway Smoking Violation

Luis Hernandez, accused in a 2020 gang-related killing, was identified after being stopped for smoking on the subway; his lawyer contests the evidence.

• Luis Hernandez, 36, was arrested in New York City after being stopped for smoking on the subway, only to be identified as a murder suspect from a 2020 case.
• Hernandez is accused of being involved in a gang-related killing of 21-year-old Richard Hernandez in Astoria on February 9, 2020.
• Hernandez was shown videos and photos of him at the murder scene, after which he allegedly made incriminating remarks.
• Hernandez's lawyer, Mahmoud Rabah, insists his client is innocent, arguing the state's case relies on poor quality surveillance video and lacks scientific or physical evidence.
• Investigators are still seeking accomplices and more witnesses in the 2020 murder case.

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