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Tragic Deaths in NYC: Two Girls Killed During Suspected Subway Surfing

In the early hours of October 4, 2025, New York City was shaken by news of a horrific subway accident that claimed the lives of two young girls. Authorities believe the deaths resulted from a dangerous and growing trend called subway surfing — riding on top of moving trains or clinging to the exterior — which has become popular among thrill-seeking youth and amplified through social media.

The Incident: What Happened

Around 3:10 a.m. local time, police responded to a 911 call at the Marcy Avenue / Broadway subway station in Brooklyn, where they found two girls—unconscious and unresponsive—on top of a train car. 

Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. 

To date, the girls’ identities and exact ages were initially withheld, though later reports identified them as Zemfira Mukhtarov (12 years old, Brooklyn) and Ebba Morina (13 years old, Manhattan). 

Investigators believe the girls may have snuck out from their homes late at night to carry out the risky stunt. 

According to family testimony, Zemfira’s mother first learned of her daughter’s disappearance through television coverage the next morning, recognizing the teenager’s belongings in news footage. 

The incident is being treated as a suspected case of subway surfing, and the investigation is ongoing. 

The Victims & Their Lives

Zemfira Mukhtarov (12) was described by family as an energetic and curious child. She had previously posted daring TikTok videos — including balancing on beams while trains passed underneath and lying on tracks as a train rumbled over her. 

Her younger sister, Maryam (11), has spoken emotionally about the loss. She recalled the moment their mother recognized Zemfira’s skateboard and bag in news footage, confirming the nightmare. 

Ebba Morina (13) was reportedly a friend or acquaintance the girls may have met via online interactions. 

Family accounts suggest these girls were part of a larger group of youths possibly involved in or watching the stunt. 

Why This Tragedy Matters

Growing Trend of Risky Stunts

Subway surfing is not a new phenomenon, but in recent years it has reemerged as a dangerous craze among teenagers. Social media platforms often glorify daring stunts, encouraging imitation without a sense of danger. Authorities say the trend is being “supercharged” by online content that glamorizes the activity. 

Statistics reflect a disturbing rise: in recent years, multiple fatalities and injuries have been linked to subway surfing across New York City. 

Institutional Response & Public Outcry

The New York City Transit Authority condemned the tragedy, with its president calling such stunts “suicidal” and urging parents, teachers, and peers to warn youth about the consequences. 

Public safety campaigns like “Ride Inside, Stay Alive” have gained renewed attention. 

Some transit officials are pushing social media companies to take down videos encouraging or showcasing dangerous subway stunts. 

In prior years, law enforcement has used drones to catch people mid-surfing and has ramped up arrests of alleged subway surfers. 

The families and transit workers who discovered the bodies were said to be profoundly shaken. 

Broader Implications & Warnings

This tragic event underscores a number of urgent concerns:

1. Youth Vulnerability to Online Influence

Many at-risk youth see dangerous challenges online as a way to gain attention or “go viral.” Without proper guidance or understanding of the risks, what seems thrilling can become fatal.

2. Lack of Awareness of the Danger

The power lines, beams, train motion, and confined spaces make subway environments inherently dangerous — there is little room for error. A slip or misstep can mean falling under wheels, hitting infrastructure, or being electrocuted.

3. Need for Community Engagement

Schools, families, and social organizations must proactively discuss the risks of stunts and digital peer pressure. Encouraging safe forms of creativity and expression is crucial.

4. Regulation and Content Moderation

As authorities increasingly link viral content to tragic incidents, the role of platforms in moderating harmful challenges is under scrutiny.

In Memoriam & A Call to Action

Gone are two lives full of potential, cut short in a moment of recklessness. Zemfira and Ebba’s deaths serve as a stark warning about how quickly daring fantasies can spiral into irreversible tragedy.

If there is one takeaway, it’s this: no social media moment or peer dare is worth risking life or limb. The subway system is meant for safe, controlled transit — not a stage for death-defying feats.

Authorities continue investigating the full circumstances behind this tragedy. Until those findings emerge, may the memories of Zemfira and Ebba remind families and youth everywhere of the gravity behind seemingly glamorous stunts.