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Charlotte's transit security worsened despite budget tripling, with fewer armed officers and staffing gaps, prompting audit scrutiny.
A state audit released September 30, 2025, reveals Charlotte’s transit security has declined despite a tripling of the budget, with armed officers dropping to 39 from up to 88 since 2018.
The audit, prompted by the August stabbing of Iryna Zarutska, found staffing shortages and gaps in coverage, including no guard on all 48 trains simultaneously.
CATS canceled a prior security contract and switched to Professional Police Services without competitive bidding, sparking procurement concerns.
Though CATS claims staffing has increased over 100% and is working with CMPD on expanded patrols, riders report ongoing safety issues.
A final report is pending.
La seguridad del tránsito de Charlotte empeoró a pesar de que el presupuesto se triplicó, con menos oficiales armados y brechas de personal, lo que provocó un escrutinio de auditoría.