Mural

On Aug 2025 Iryna Zarutska was murdered on the subway in Charlotte, NC. She was stabbed three times from behind while reading. The assailant Decarlos Brown was arrested leaving the train and charged with first degree murder. The 34-year-old Brown had been arrested 14 times with criminal charges dating back to 2007. He was found guilty of breaking and entering, possession of a firearm and armed robbery and spent 5 years in prison. An artist in Providence, RI decided to paint a mural of Zarutska to honor her death. This turned political and local authorities order the mural removed. Local authorities said, we are committed to fostering unity, safety, and care for all members of our community. We want to make sure that every member that calls Providence home feels safe and the mural does not reflect our values.