Fatal Attack in Charlotte
Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, 23, was fatally stabbed on a Charlotte Blue Line train while sitting with headphones on.
Police say suspect Decarlos Brown Jr. attacked her without provocation before fleeing.
She was pronounced dead at the scene, and Brown was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
Suspect’s Background
Brown, who has a history of criminal activity and mental health issues,
was denied bond during his August 29 court appearance and ordered to undergo a competency evaluation.
Viral Reaction
After surveillance footage was released on September 5,
the incident spread widely online, sparking global outrage and grief.
Trump’s Response
On September 7, President Donald Trump called the killing “horrible” but admitted, “I haven’t heard …
when did this happen?” Later, on Truth Social, he wrote: “I have seen the horrific video… Criminals like this need to be LOCKED UP.” Brown’s next court date is September 19.
