Tragically Zarutska, just 23 years old, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police soon arrested Brown, with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department confirming that he has been charged with first-degree murder.

Brown, who sources say has a history of criminal activity and mental health issues, made his first court appearance on August 29. He was there denied bond and ordered to undergo a competency evaluation.

After CATS released the train footage on September 5, the incident attained viral status, quickly spreading around the world online.