Suspect Arrested in American Tobacco Trail Stabbing

0:00Durham Police just nabbed a suspect in that brutal stabbing on the American tobacco trail last month. LaRue Barbie, a local from Durham, got hit with first-degree murder charges for the death of Chesley-Eloy Lions, who was found stabbed behind a, building near the trail on March 9. Earlier this week, on Tuesday, cops tracked down Barbie and took him into custody without any chase or drama. He's locked up in Durham County jail right now, no bond allowed. Police in the area have been on edge since the killing, with safety worries spiking along that popular trail. People are talking more about lighting, patrols, and staying alert when they hit the pads. Right now, Barbie set for his first court appearance on Thursday, where we'll likely hear more on the evidence and motive. Investigators say this arrest brings some closure, but they're still piecing together the full timeline. As Durham keeps an eye on these trails, expect more updates on how they're beefing up security to keep runners and walkers safe out there. Durham News Today, powered by AI Bringing You What Matters.

1:02I'm Corey with The Story.