About this episode

The episode discusses the tragic case of Iryna Zarutska, who was fatally attacked on a train in Charlotte, raising questions about public safety and mental health.

Iryna Zarutska fled the war in Ukraine hoping to build a new life in America. On August 22, 2025, the 23-year-old boarded a light-rail train in Charlotte, North Carolina, on her way home from work. Minutes later, she was fatally attacked without warning. Police arrested Decarlos Brown Jr., a complete stranger who had been sitting behind her. The case of Iryna Zarutska would quickly raise troubling questions about public safety, mental health and whether this tragedy could have been prevented. For HUNDREDS of more cases (and to request your own), visit icmap.co.uk now and sign up for free! Presented by Tom Norris & Ben Carter Written by Ben Carter Produced by Dan J Lambert Edited by Ben Bonsey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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