A quiet Charlotte, North Carolina neighbourhood has been shattered by a horrific double murder, resulting in the arrest of a mother accused of killing her own five-year-old son and her boyfriend.
Iryna Zarutska, 36, now faces two charges of first-degree murder following the gruesome discovery in the Starlake Point Drive residence on Tuesday. The victims have been identified as her young son, Yegor Zaretskiy, and her 48-year-old boyfriend, Viktor Lee.
Law enforcement officials were called to the upscale suburban home after reports of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, they made a chilling discovery: both victims had suffered fatal stab wounds. The young boy was pronounced dead at the scene, while Lee succumbed to his injuries shortly after being transported to a local hospital.
A Community in Mourning
The brutal nature of the crime has left the community reeling. Neighbours described the area as typically peaceful and family-oriented, making the tragedy even more shocking. Police have remained at the scene, with the property cordoned off as detectives continue their investigation into the motive behind the appalling attack.
Zarutska, a Ukrainian national, was apprehended by Mecklenburg County Sheriff's deputies without incident. She is currently being held without bond at the Mecklenburg County Jail. Court records indicate she is scheduled to appear before a judge on Thursday.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities have been tight-lipped about a potential motive, stating the investigation is still in its active phases. Detectives are piecing together the events that led to the fatal stabbings and are interviewing witnesses to build a comprehensive timeline.
This devastating incident has sent shockwaves through Charlotte and beyond, highlighting the tragic consequences of domestic violence and leaving a community to grapple with an unimaginable loss.
