Man accused in deadly MARTA train stabbing now facing federal charges
Federal prosecutors say the Decatur man accused of killing 66-year-old Margaret Swan aboard a MARTA train could face life in prison or the death penalty if convicted.
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Federal prosecutors say the Decatur man accused of killing 66-year-old Margaret Swan aboard a MARTA train could face life in prison or the death penalty if convicted.
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