Swarm of live crabs escape from bag on New York subway causing chaos

Commuters caught the moment a number of live crabs escaped some a passenger’s broken bag on the New York subway, and began causing chaos on the train.

The crustaceans could be seen scurrying along the floor as the woman attempted to catch them using a new bag.

One suit-clad passenger could even be seen holding a live crab as he waited for the situation to settle.

As members of the public attempted to intervene, groans could be heard as the creatures began pinching them with their claws.