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Newsweek
30-07-2025
- Newsweek
Arrests Made Over Cincinnati 'Couple' Attack
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Three people suspected to be connected to a fight that went viral online in Cincinnati, Ohio, have been arrested. Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge said that Montianez Merriweather, 34, and Dekyra Vernon, 24, had been arrested after footage of brawling in the city circulated on social media. A third person, Jermaine Matthews, 39, was arrested some days after the incident. According to the Libs of TikTok X, formerly Twitter, account the two are a couple, though Newsweek could not independently verify this. The Context A fight took place during the Cincinnati Jazz Fest and a Cincinnati Reds game on Saturday, July 26, at around 3 a.m. local time. Law enforcement arrived at the scene at 3:12 a.m., police said. Dekyra Vernon, left, and Montianez Merriweather. Dekyra Vernon, left, and Montianez Merriweather. Hamilton County Sheriff's Office What To Know Videos of the fight, which showed people pushing and shoving each other, went viral on social media and the incident was widely condemned by public figures including Vice President JD Vance and Elon Musk. It is not known what caused the fight, though police said that people had been drinking alcohol which could have had an impact. According to court records, Merriweather and Vernon have been charged with felonious assault. This charge comes with a sentence of between two and eight years in jail. Theetge said during a public meeting that there had been two arrests and a third person was being arrested. Jail and court officials confirmed on July 30 that Matthews, from the East Price Hill area of the city, had been charged with assault and aggravated riot. Jermaine Matthews. Jermaine Matthews. Hamilton County Sheriff's Office Who Is Cincinnati Police Chief Terri Theetge? Theetge is the first woman to lead the Cincinnati Police Department, a role she assumed in February 2022. Following the incident, there were calls for her to be fired by public figures including actor and comedian Rob Schneider. Some have said there was a lack of response to the incident, but Theetge has insisted the police reacted swiftly when they were called to the scene I am Publicly asking the Mayor of Cincinnati, Aftab Pureval to FIRE Cincinnati Police Chief Terri Theetge! Please retweet! — Rob Schneider 🇺🇸 (@RobSchneider) July 29, 2025 What People Are Saying Republican mayoral candidate Cory Bowman previously told Newsweek: "Cincinnati deserves clean, safe, and prosperous streets. We cannot wait until November's elections." Police Chief Teresa Theetge said in a statement, per the Cincinnati Enquirer: "I am in complete disgust waking up to the viral video many of you have now seen. The behavior displayed is nothing short of cruel and absolutely unacceptable." Vice President JD Vance, who grew up near the area, called the incident "disgusting." "What I saw, and I haven't seen the full context, but what I saw is a mob of lawless thugs beating up on an innocent person," he said to a crowd in Canton, Ohio. "I hope every single one of those people who engage in violence is prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law." What Happens Next Further arrests are expected. Meanwhile, Merriweather and Vernon are still being treated suspects and are yet to be convicted or sentenced for their alleged crimes.
Newsweek
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Prince Louis Copying Prince George Goes Viral
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Prince Louis copying Prince George by sweeping his hair dramatically to one side went viral on social media. Louis, who turned 7 last month, was watching VE Day celebrations in London when he saw his older brother sweep his hair to one side with the aplomb one might expect from a future king. Moments later, Prince Louis gave a very dramatic impersonation of his older brother, melting hearts online, but he did not necessarily actually rearrange his hair quite so effectively. The Context A clip of the moment was viewed 1.1 million times and liked 15,000 times after it was posted on X, formerly Twitter, with the message: "Prince George fixing his hair. Prince Louis 1 second later." Prince George fixing his hair 😎 Prince Louis 1 second later 🤭 — EMI (@EmiliaA37440110) May 5, 2025 What To Know The brothers were watching from the stands on Monday as a military procession marched down The Mall, near Buckingham Palace, to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day. It was a big day for George, as he got to meet World War II veterans and survivors during a reception hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Buckingham Palace. Among them, George spoke to Alfred, aged 101, who participated in the Normandy landings. The young royal asked, "What was it like when you were coming in?" while Alfred said it was "pretty awful." "You know, it's very important you are here today," he told George, quoted by Hello! "It's days like this that we should use to talk about things like this, so the younger generation can have some understanding." And Alfred gave Prince William a glowing endorsement of George: "You should be very proud." Prince Louis sweeps back his hair moments after Prince George as they watch a military procession in London on May 5, 2025. Prince Louis sweeps back his hair moments after Prince George as they watch a military procession in London on May 5, 2025. Max Mumby/Indigo/Getty Images What People are Saying One reply to the video on X read: "The Wales siblings, these children are a blessing to their parents and to the UK." Another comment read: "Louis is just the cutest little guy! And he 'fixes' his hair with gusto. So cute!! Of course, George is a handsome boy, too." "Love the look George has when he realizes his brother is mocking him. Diana would adore Louis for his antics," a third person wrote. Jack Royston is chief royal correspondent for Newsweek, based in London. You can find him on X, formerly Twitter, at @jack_royston and read his stories on Newsweek's The Royals Facebook page. Do you have a question about Charles and Queen Camilla, Prince William and Princess Kate, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry, or their family that you would like our experienced royal correspondents to answer? Email royals@ We'd love to hear from you.
