Year After Horrific Death of Friend, Video by 16-Year-Old Captures the Chilling Reality of Subway Surfing


A 16-year-old named Alexander Antelman pays tribute to his late friend through a captivating video montage that exposes the dangers of subway surfing. The video, incorporating photographs and footage taken by Kosse Laureano prior to his tragic death, seeks to raise awareness and discourage participation in this perilous activity. Showcased at the NYC Culture Club's art exhibition in Lower Manhattan's Oculus Transit Center, the video serves as a poignant reminder of the risks involved in subway surfing.

A Memorial to Kosse Laureano

In his project "Underworld: A Memorial to Kosse Laureano (2004-2022)," Alexander Antelman takes a different approach from Mayor Eric Adams' call to social media companies regarding subway surfing videos. Antelman's strategy aims to deter further tragedies by highlighting the severe consequences of reckless behavior. Through the video montage, he pays tribute to his late friend and strives to give meaning to Laureano's untimely death.

In his project "Underworld: A Memorial to Kosse Laureano (2004-2022)," Alexander Antelman takes a different approach from Mayor Eric Adams' call to social media companies regarding subway surfing videos.

In his project "Underworld: A Memorial to Kosse Laureano (2004-2022)," Alexander Antelman takes a different approach from Mayor Eric Adams' call to social media companies regarding subway surfing videos. Antelman's strategy aims to deter further tragedies by highlighting the severe consequences of reckless behavior. Through the video montage, he pays tribute to his late friend and strives to give meaning to Laureano's untimely death.

 Antelman's strategy aims to deter further tragedies by highlighting the severe consequences of reckless behavior. Through the video montage, he pays tribute to his late friend and strives to give meaning to Laureano's untimely death.

Chilling Footage and Heartfelt Messages

The video features Laureano's subway surfing footage, capturing his daring adventures on moving trains and the exhilarating experiences of urban exploration. Intertwined with heartfelt text messages between Antelman and Laureano, it serves as a powerful reminder of their friendship and the profound impact of Laureano's tragic death. The montage vividly illustrates the risks and potential consequences associated with subway surfing.

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Intertwined with heartfelt text messages between Antelman and Laureano, it serves as a powerful reminder of their friendship and the profound impact of Laureano's tragic death. The montage vividly illustrates the risks and potential consequences associated with subway surfing.

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Escalating Risks and the Urgent Need for Awareness

Subway surfing incidents are increasing, with four fatalities already this year, on track to exceed the total deaths of the past four years. The MTA and law enforcement are striving to address this dangerous trend, but the challenge persists. Despite attempts to block subway surfing content on social media, incidents and fatalities continue to rise, indicating a surge in individuals riding outside subway trains.

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