history: I got out of work the other day and noticed that someone had slashed one of my tires in the parking lot.  I was taken aback and upset
current: I got off work the other day and noticed one of my tires had been slashed in the parking lot.  Needless to say, not the best way to end the work day
next: Holy moly, that's some rough luck. Did you find the guy who did it?