The fatal stabbing of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, on a Charlotte light rail train has renewed concerns about crime and repeat offenders in U.S. cities, according to CBS News.
Police say Zarutska was randomly attacked on Aug. 22 by 34-year-old Decarlos Brown Jr., who has a long criminal record and a history of psychiatric issues. He was arrested at the scene and charged with first-degree murder.
Recently released surveillance video shows Brown suddenly slashing Zarutska with a pocketknife as passengers fled in panic. Court records reveal he had 14 prior cases in Mecklenburg County, including prison time...