Justice Sought for Ukrainian Refugee | Greenville News

Greenville News Today | 2 Min | The Daily News Now! · Aug 21, 2026 · 1m

One year after Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska was fatally stabbed on Charlotte’s light rail, her family prepares to sue external parties, blaming systemic safety failures. As CATS faces mounting pressure — including a state auditor’s call for turnstiles to curb fare evasion and crime — the lawsuit underscores urgent concerns over public transit security. While officials cite increased funding and declining crime rates, critics question the cost of gates versus enforcement. The family vows to seek justice through both criminal and civil courts, refusing to accept that known risks were…