A US man who shot at 10 people after dropping off smoke bombs on a crowded New York subway train last April in one of the deadliest attacks on the city’s transit system has pleaded guilty to terrorism and weapons charges.

Frank James, 63, who appeared at a district court in Brooklyn on Tuesday, was charged with 10 counts of terrorism, one for each person shot, and one firearms count, AP news agency reported.

He had initially pleaded not guilty but later changed his plea before appearing in the court.

In a letter to the court last week, the prosecutors said that if James accepted responsibility, a prison sentence of 32 to 37 years would be appropriate. If not, he could face 40 years of life, they said.

The gunman was caught in Manhattan's East Village neighbourhood following 30 hours of a massive manhunt. The police were able to zero in on his location after they were notified by&nbsp;passers-by there who spotted the man and posted pictures of him on social media.

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The attack took place on April 12 during the morning rush hour on Manhattan-bound train at a station in Brooklyn's Sunset Park neighbourhood. At least 23 people were injured, while no one was killed.

The enforcement officials have not been able to identify the convict’s motive, however&nbsp;they said that James posted multiple videos on YouTube making bigoted rants about New York City's subway system, including comments about homeless people and conspiracy theories.

James is a native of the city's Bronx area with recent addresses in Philadelphia and Milwaukee. He had nine prior arrests in New York and three in New Jersey, according to the police.

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A US man who shot at 10 people after dropping off smoke bombs on a crowded New York subway train last April in one of the deadliest attacks on the city’s transit system has pleaded guilty to terrorism and weapons charges.

A US man who shot at 10 people after dropping off smoke bombs on a crowded New York subway train last April in one of the deadliest attacks on the city’s transit system has pleaded guilty to terrorism and weapons charges. Frank James, 63, who appeared at a district court in Brooklyn on Tuesday, was charged with 10 counts of terrorism, one for each person shot, and one firearms count, AP news agency reported. He had initially pleaded not guilty but later changed his plea before appearing in the court. In a letter to the court last week, the prosecutors said that if James accepted responsibility, a prison sentence of 32 to 37 years would be appropriate. If not, he could face 40 years of life, they said. The gunman was caught in Manhattan's East Village neighbourhood following 30 hours of a massive manhunt. The police were able to zero in on his location after they were notified by passers-by there who spotted the man and posted pictures of him on social media. New York Subway Shooting: 10 of the 16 people injured suffered from gunshots wounds The attack took place on April 12 during the morning rush hour on Manhattan-bound train at a station in Brooklyn's Sunset Park neighbourhood. At least 23 people were injured, while no one was killed. The enforcement officials have not been able to identify the convict’s motive, however they said that James posted multiple videos on YouTube making bigoted rants about New York City's subway system, including comments about homeless people and conspiracy theories. James is a native of the city's Bronx area with recent addresses in Philadelphia and Milwaukee. He had nine prior arrests in New York and three in New Jersey, according to the police. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Ilene Steur, one of the victims of the April New York subway shooting is suing gunmaker Glock, manufacturer of the firearm used in the attack. The perpetrator of the Subway attack had used a Glock 17, 9mm pistol purchased in 2011, in Ohio State. The lawsuit comes as the United States is still reeling from two high-profile mass shootings this month. One at a Buffalo, New York supermarket that killed ten people and another at a Uvalde, Texas elementary school that led to the death of&nbsp;21 people; 19 students and 2 teachers.&nbsp;One of the 10 people shot on April 12, Ilene says that the gunmaker uses its marketing efforts to appeal to criminals.

She has filed a civil suit in the federal court, where she has accused the Austrian company Glock of using "marketing that emphasises firearm characteristics such as their high capacity and ease of concealment, that appeal to prospective purchasers with criminal intent."

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Steur also alleges that the company neglected to instruct dealers on how to avoid illegal firearms acquisitions and also intentionally supplied more firearms than the legitimate market could bear in order to stimulate secondary market sales.

"Gun manufacturers do not live in a bubble," said Mark Shirian, one of Steur's attorneys.

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They are well aware that their marketing methods enable consumers with nefarious motives, putting the lives of innocent individuals at jeopardy he said in a statement, adding that "this lawsuit seeks to hold the gun industry accountable."

A study by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives shows a vivid picture of a nation armed to the teeth.

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In the United States, the number of firearms per 100 individuals has climbed to 120.5 from 88 in 2011. This is far more than any other country.

The United States is in the midst of a massive gun-buying boom that shows no signs of slowing down, according to the most comprehensive official tally of gun commerce in two decades. Since 2000, the annual number of firearms manufactured has nearly tripled, and the previous three years have seen a significant increase.

In the last 20 years, gun production in the United States has more than tripled, with 11.3 million weapons estimated to be sold in 2020.

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Ilene Steur, one of the victims of the April New York subway shooting is suing gunmaker Glock, manufacturer of the firearm used in the attack. The perpetrator of the Subway attack had used a Glock 17, 9mm pistol purchased in 2011, in Ohio State.

Ilene Steur, one of the victims of the April New York subway shooting is suing gunmaker Glock, manufacturer of the firearm used in the attack. The perpetrator of the Subway attack had used a Glock 17, 9mm pistol purchased in 2011, in Ohio State. The lawsuit comes as the United States is still reeling from two high-profile mass shootings this month. One at a Buffalo, New York supermarket that killed ten people and another at a Uvalde, Texas elementary school that led to the death of 21 people; 19 students and 2 teachers. One of the 10 people shot on April 12, Ilene says that the gunmaker uses its marketing efforts to appeal to criminals. She has filed a civil suit in the federal court, where she has accused the Austrian company Glock of using "marketing that emphasises firearm characteristics such as their high capacity and ease of concealment, that appeal to prospective purchasers with criminal intent." Also read | America's love for military style weapons and AR-15, the assault rifle used in Texas school shooting Steur also alleges that the company neglected to instruct dealers on how to avoid illegal firearms acquisitions and also intentionally supplied more firearms than the legitimate market could bear in order to stimulate secondary market sales. "Gun manufacturers do not live in a bubble," said Mark Shirian, one of Steur's attorneys. Watch | As US grapples with gun terror, this is how NZ, Canada, Australia changed laws after mass shootings They are well aware that their marketing methods enable consumers with nefarious motives, putting the lives of innocent individuals at jeopardy he said in a statement, adding that "this lawsuit seeks to hold the gun industry accountable." A study by the US Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives shows a vivid picture of a nation armed to the teeth. Also read | America's gun culture kills hundreds every day. Is 2nd amendment worth the lives lost? Here's the data In the United States, the number of firearms per 100 individuals has climbed to 120.5 from 88 in 2011. This is far more than any other country. The United States is in the midst of a massive gun-buying boom that shows no signs of slowing down, according to the most comprehensive official tally of gun commerce in two decades. Since 2000, the annual number of firearms manufactured has nearly tripled, and the previous three years have seen a significant increase. In the last 20 years, gun production in the United States has more than tripled, with 11.3 million weapons estimated to be sold in 2020. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION LIVE HERE: You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Following 24 hours of manhunt, the New York Police have finally arrested the gunman responsible for Tuesday’s firing&nbsp;at Brooklyn subway station.

Frank Robert James, 62, has been arrested in Manhattan’s East Village and taken&nbsp;into custody by patrol officers from the 9th Precinct downtown on Wednesday, CBS news reported.

The cops had received a tip-off from the public about his whereabouts, law enforcement sources told NBC New York.

The sources added that a member of the public called Crime Stoppers had spotted him walking through the East Village.

Ten people were shot at and scores other injured when the shooting unfolded at 8.24 am&nbsp;inside the train. So far, no casualties have been reported.

The 62-year-old gunman was wearing a gas mask and then opened a gas canister inside a subway carriage before open firing at the people.

The police are yet to determine the suspect’s motive.

According to local media reports, the police had named James as a suspect after they found a gun at the scene of the shooting that was traced back to him.

Moreover, the police also went through new surveillance footage showing James wearing an orange construction jacket entering a subway station at around 6.15 am on Tuesday morning - two hours before the mass shooting.

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Apart from gun, the police also recovered magazines, gas canisters and fireworks from the scene. The NYPD also recovered a U-Haul van on Tuesday that was allegedly rented in James’s name.

One of the witnesses had said that the suspect was wearing an orange-coloured construction vest and gas mask.

The authorities had traced the gas mask through an e-bay account that was linked to James.

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Based on these evidences, the police had named James as person of interest before declaring him a suspect.

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(With inputs from agencies)

Following 24 hours of manhunt, the New York Police have finally arrested the gunman responsible for Tuesday’s firing at Brooklyn subway station. Frank Robert James, 62, has been arrested in Manhattan’s East Village and taken into custody by patrol officers from the 9th Precinct downtown on Wednesday, CBS news reported.

Following 24 hours of manhunt, the New York Police have finally arrested the gunman responsible for Tuesday’s firing at Brooklyn subway station. Frank Robert James, 62, has been arrested in Manhattan’s East Village and taken into custody by patrol officers from the 9th Precinct downtown on Wednesday, CBS news reported. The cops had received a tip-off from the public about his whereabouts, law enforcement sources told NBC New York. The sources added that a member of the public called Crime Stoppers had spotted him walking through the East Village. Ten people were shot at and scores other injured when the shooting unfolded at 8.24 am inside the train. So far, no casualties have been reported. The 62-year-old gunman was wearing a gas mask and then opened a gas canister inside a subway carriage before open firing at the people. The police are yet to determine the suspect’s motive. According to local media reports, the police had named James as a suspect after they found a gun at the scene of the shooting that was traced back to him. Moreover, the police also went through new surveillance footage showing James wearing an orange construction jacket entering a subway station at around 6.15 am on Tuesday morning - two hours before the mass shooting. Also read | Brooklyn subway shooting: 'Person of interest' identified, manhunt underway for gunman Apart from gun, the police also recovered magazines, gas canisters and fireworks from the scene. The NYPD also recovered a U-Haul van on Tuesday that was allegedly rented in James’s name. One of the witnesses had said that the suspect was wearing an orange-coloured construction vest and gas mask. The authorities had traced the gas mask through an e-bay account that was linked to James. Also read | Gunman in gas mask shoots 16 in New York subway, incident not treated as terrorism Based on these evidences, the police had named James as person of interest before declaring him a suspect. Watch | New York Subway Shooting: Incident not being investigated as act of terror, says NYPD (With inputs from agencies)

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