Iryna Zarutska’s Family Speaks Out: ‘No Family Should Have to Go Through This’
“We are committed to making sure this never happens again.”
Iryna Zarutska’s family has released their first statements since DeCarlos Brown Jr. allegedly killed her on a train in Charlotte, NC.
“We are heartbroken beyond words,” the family stated through an attorney. “Iryna came here to find peace and safety, and instead her life was stolen from her in the most horrific way. No family should have to go through this.”
The family became worried when Zarutska didn’t return home after she texted her boyfriend to say she was heading home.
The phone location put Zarutska at the station.
They all went to the station, where they found out she had died at the scene.
Zarutska’s family demanded a change in the judicial system and security on public transportation.
“This could have been anyone riding the light rail that night,” the family added. “We are committed to making sure this never happens again.”
Authorities arrested Brown 14 times since 2007. He faced charges “ranging from assault and firearms possession to felony robbery and larceny.”
Brown should have been in jail instead of the bus with Zarutska.
North Carolina Magistrate Judge Teresa Stokes released Brown on cashless bail because he promised to show up for court after he was arrested for misusing the 911 system.
#NEW: Thru an attorney the family of Iryna Zarutska is speaking out.
In part they say, ““We are heartbroken beyond words. Iryna came here to find peace and safety, and instead her life was stolen from her in the most horrific way. No family should have to go through this.”
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They went on to say, “This could have been anyone riding the light rail that night,” said the family. “We are committed to making sure this never happens again.”
— Hunter Sáenz (@Hunt_Saenz) September 9, 2025
Iryna Zarutska’s family is seeking accountability and change in light of her tragic death. pic.twitter.com/EdtkMKGOYi
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Here is her family’s call to action.
Please continue to pray for this family who are going through unimaginable loss. pic.twitter.com/ySexeXxMEo
— Hunter Sáenz (@Hunt_Saenz) September 9, 2025
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Hundreds of families go through this and will continue to go through this. Whether that ought to be a particular public concern is another matter.
It’s the sympathy play, where they ask for sympathy from people that they don’t know and whose sympathy they have no use for.
You have a use for the sympathy of friends – they cut you slack, and so forth. You have no use for the sympathy of media strangers. Maybe a go fund me page.
And the award for Least Able to Read the Room goes to…
I am going to admit that I would not sit with my back towards a young black male.
I would find anywhere else to sit
You mistake my comment. It’s not about her — it’s about the ———— I was replying to.
Allegedly?
The guy is on video, graphic and gruesome video, killing her.
Mary had to write that or some sh*tlib could sue and win on the defendant’s behalf because he hasn’t been found guilty in a court of law yet.
Years ago, each Chicago Transit Train had its own motorman and conductor.
Now, to save money, the motorman and conductor jobs are sorta combined.
Well, the motorman now opens and closes the doors. However, I doubt the motorman knows what is happening in the train.
Chicago is very dangerous!
“However, I doubt the motorman knows what is happening in the train.”
What, they have to collect VHS tapes from all those compartment cameras every night?
This transcends politics
these criminals and their excuse makers are depraved
to believe that you can right wrongs by unleashing absolute monsters not even against your enemies ( the whts) but even willing to sacrifice your own people is beyond pale
those who support the agenda of
“the mentally ill cannot be held responsible” are absolutely demonic
criminals are criminals b/c of their actual actions
not b/c what a doctor or a lawyer or another person believes is the reason(s) behind the criminal actions…but because of the actions themselves
the pitchforks are already out but its the guilty who are using them against the good people
enough is enough!
condolences to the family and the families of those whose loved ones have been murdered by known to the “responsible” authorities ,, murderers
no more naming laws after victims so that we can close the books until the next outrageous action occurs
rise up good people and start with street protests and see where it leads
“No family should have to go through this.”
If it wasn’t for sh*tlibs no family would have.
The Feds should give North Carolina Magistrate Judge Teresa Stokes the same sentence they give the offender she let loose on the unsuspecting public.
Guarantee: This type of situation will never re-occcur
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