Gunman accused of fatally shooting man during NYC subway station clash gives up after 9 days on the run: cops

Alberto Frias, the alleged gunman accused of fatally shooting Adrian Dawodu during a heated altercation at a Bronx subway station, has surrendered to the police after nine days on the run. The incident, which occurred on the southbound platform of the 170th Street B and D subway station on February 10th, marked the first transit murder of the year.

Frias, 27, now faces a second-degree murder charge, as well as manslaughter and weapon possession charges. He turned himself in at the 44th Precinct station house and was subsequently held without bail during his arraignment.

The confrontation between Dawodu and Frias began when Dawodu, described as an “emotionally disturbed person,” was pacing back and forth on the platform. The situation escalated into a fist fight, during which Frias pulled out a pistol. Despite the presence of the weapon, Dawodu continued to engage in the fight and appeared to be winning. However, the altercation ended tragically when Dawodu was shot in the upper right thigh, resulting in a fatal wound to his femoral artery.

After the shooting, Frias fled to his apartment to change clothes before meeting up with his girlfriend and a relative who ordered a Lyft for him. During his haste, a shell casing fell out of his clothes, which was later discovered in his apartment by authorities.

Frias has a history of prior arrests, including one in 2016 for criminal possession of a weapon. Dawodu, on the other hand, was known to be disruptive at the subway station where the incident took place, constantly yelling and screaming at people. Despite their proximity at the station, the two men did not know each other.

The rise in felony crimes within the city’s transit system in 2026 is concerning, with major crimes such as murder and rape increasing by 17% compared to the same period in 2025. Robberies have surged by 58% and assaults by 9%.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with Frias scheduled to appear in court again on Tuesday. The tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of safety and security in public spaces, particularly within the city’s transit system.