Train ride in North Carolina turns fatal for Ukrainian woman as she is stabbed without provocation, according to police reports.
In a tragic turn of events, a 23-year-old woman named Iryna Zarutska was fatally stabbed on August 22 while riding the Lynx Blue Line in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Iryna, who was born in Ukraine and emigrated to the U.S. to escape war, was a gifted and passionate artist. She was remembered for her kindness, creativity, and the lasting impression she left on everyone she met.
The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) confirmed that there was no security on board the train at the time of the attack. However, the security team was riding on a train directly in front of where the incident occurred.
Decarlos Brown Jr., a 34-year-old man, has been charged with first-degree murder by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in connection with the stabbing. According to the affidavit, there was no interaction between Zarutska and the suspect before the attack. The incident occurred approximately four and a half minutes into the train ride, with the suspect pulling a knife out of his pocket, unfolding it, and striking Zarutska three times.
Decarlos was seen wearing an orange sweatshirt in the affidavit. He was pronounced dead at the scene, and the suspect, Decarlos Brown Jr., was arrested after being released from the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The news of Iryna's murder has sparked outrage and heartbreak. Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles expressed her commitment to ensuring safety in the city, stating, "We are heartbroken by this senseless act of violence." North Carolina Governor Josh Stein also expressed his heartbreak and outrage over the unprovoked murder.
President Donald Trump expressed his love and hope for Iryna's family when asked about the incident. Iryna's obituary mentions that she quickly embraced her new life in the United States.
Decarlos Brown Jr.'s next court appearance is scheduled for September 19, but it is unclear whether he has an attorney. The murder of Iryna Zarutska serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safety and security in our public transportation systems.
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