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Light Rail Stabbing Sparks Safety Concerns in Charlotte

12/7/2025

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Kenyon Doble was stabbed in the chest on the Charlotte light rail on December 5, 2025, at approximately 4:50 p.m.
Authorities arrested 33-year-old Oscar Solarzano, who faces multiple charges, including attempted murder.
Doble is in critical but stable condition following the attack, which escalated from a verbal argument.
This incident raises safety concerns, especially after the stabbing death of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska three months prior.
Governor Josh Stein supports the victim and highlighted ongoing law enforcement efforts through Operation Safe Season.

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Kenyon Doble was stabbed in the chest on the Charlotte light rail on December 5, 2025, at approximately 4:50 p.m.
Authorities arrested 33-year-old Oscar Solarzano, who faces multiple charges, including attempted murder.
Doble is in critical but stable condition following the attack, which escalated from a verbal argument.
This incident raises safety concerns, especially after the stabbing death of 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska three months prior.
Governor Josh Stein supports the victim and highlighted ongoing law enforcement efforts through Operation Safe Season.