Bodycam Footage Reveals Charlotte Train Murder Suspect’s Claims of ‘Man-Made Material’ Control
Bodycam footage has emerged showing Decarlos Brown Jr., the suspect in the Charlotte train stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, claiming that a ‘man-made material’ was controlling his body months before the attack. The footage, released by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, captures Brown reporting the material’s presence during a welfare check in January, despite officers advising him to seek medical evaluation. The incident occurred months prior to the August stabbing, described as unprovoked by authorities.
Brown’s family has a history of crimes, and his prior criminal record includes convictions for larceny, breaking and entering, and armed robbery. He began a five-year prison sentence in 2015.
During the nearly 30-minute encounter, officers advised Brown to seek medical evaluation at a hospital. While officers were still at the scene, Brown placed a second 911 call requesting assistance. He was arrested and charged with misuse of the 911 system.
Brown told the officers that doctors had tried to diagnose him with schizophrenia, but that ‘they got it wrong.’ ‘I’m mentally perfect,’ he added. Despite Brown’s comments, CMPD said officers did not initiate an involuntary commitment because he did not verbalize intent to harm himself or others.
North Carolina Department of Adult Correction records reveal that Brown has an extensive criminal record, including convictions for larceny, breaking and entering, and armed robbery. He began a five-year prison sentence in 2015.
The incident took place months before Brown allegedly killed 23-year-old Zarutska on a LYNX Blue Line light rail in August. Authorities have described the violent stabbing attack as unprovoked.
During the encounter, one officer at the scene questioned Brown, asking, ‘You think you got somebody inside controlling you?’ Brown doubled down and said the material was placed inside him without his ‘permission or authorization,’ adding that it controls all of his bodily functions, including what he eats.
“I need you guys to investigate due to the fact that medic ain’t got no test or scan to investigate what my body got exposed to,” Brown said.
Brown could be seen in the bodycam footage explaining that he ‘woke up on the ground’ and that ‘somebody did something to my body.’
One of the key points in the police report is that Brown had been making these claims for months, despite receiving medical attention. Officers advised him to seek a medical evaluation, but no further action was taken due to the lack of direct evidence of imminent danger. However, the fact that Brown had a history of serious criminal behavior raises questions about why he was not taken into custody for further evaluation.
This case has also sparked discussions about mental health and criminal justice in the United States. While Brown claims to be ‘mentally perfect,’ his actions suggest otherwise. It is possible that the medical system has failed to properly assess his situation, and that the police may have also missed signs of potential danger.
It is clear that the authorities are now facing scrutiny over their response to Decarlos Brown Jr.’s behavior. As the investigation continues, it is essential to understand the full context of his actions and the circumstances that led to the tragic stabbing of Iryna Zarutska. The case highlights the need for more robust mental health assessments and stricter measures for individuals with a history of violent behavior.