ConclusionThe symbolic contrast between Brown and Zarutska—villain vs. victim, Black vs. white, criminal vs. innocent—feels “too good to be true” because it aligns so neatly with narratives that reinforce punitive policies, racial biases, and selective immigration sympathy. This makes it “fan service” to the status quo, amplifying outrage while sidelining systemic solutions like mental health reform or addressing poverty. Conspiracy theories questioning the participants’ reality only add noise, distracting from these deeper issues. If you want a deeper dive into specific X posts, media coverage, or policy implications, let me know!