(NewsNation) — A House committee is holding a field hearing in Charlotte, North Carolina, focused on violent crime in the city.
The hearing follows the death of Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee who was stabbed on a commuter train by another passenger. Zarutska’s killing, which was caught on camera, has drawn outcry across the nation, including the Trump administration.
The incident has also led to a new anti-crime bill in North Carolina, dubbed Iryna’s Law.
Family members of victims of violent crime are expected to speak at Monday’s hearing, including a grandmother who is planning to discuss the need for greater accountability. Members of the House Judiciary Committee will also hear testimony from local police officers and community leaders.
Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, is accused of killing Zarutska and is facing federal and state crime charges. Brown has a history of schizophrenia and multiple interactions with police.
Witnesses Monday are expected to focus on how repeat offenders and lenient release policies in North Carolina, more specifically the city of Charlotte, could be contributing to an increase in violence.