"He Flipped": Family Warned Police Before Man With 9 Priors Filmed Street Attacks

Relatives of a Charlotte man accused of attacking women in public say his behavior had become increasingly unpredictable and violent, prompting them to contact authorities before his arrest, according to the New York Post.

32 year old Di-Quan Schafar Hunt was taken into custody Thursday after disturbing videos circulated on social media showing confrontations with women on Charlotte streets.

According to Hunt’s sister, the problems extended beyond the incidents captured on video. She said relatives had witnessed violent behavior within the family and had previously called police because they were concerned about him.

The Post writes that the family believes Hunt has been diagnosed with PTSD and bipolar disorder and says he has not been taking medication. His sister said they had repeatedly tried to find help for him and are now concerned about the possibility of his returning to the community without treatment.

Hunt also has an extensive arrest record, with at least nine previous arrests reported.

Videos connected to the latest case appear to show Hunt confronting women without warning. In one clip, a woman is knocked to the ground as Hunt shouts at her. Another shows a woman being shoved before Hunt pursues her around a vehicle.

His sister said she turned over video evidence to police and later helped officers locate him.

While expressing concern about her brother’s condition, she also said the women involved deserve justice and acknowledged that the situation has created fear for Hunt’s own family.