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Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Daily Mail
Cincinnati brawl's 'main instigator' is hauled into court for 'knocking woman unconscious' before DANCING and taunting victims
The suspected 'main instigator' in the viral Cincinnati brawl has made his first appearance in court after allegedly knocking a woman unconscious. Patrick Rosemond, 38, was extradited from Georgia to southern Ohio to face a judge over his alleged involved in the brutal July 26 attack that left six people injured. Prosecutors claim Rosemond, a convicted felon, 'assaulted each and every single victim' in the beatdown, Fox News reports. He allegedly punched a woman, identified by the court only as HR, unconscious and 'almost caused her death', Hamilton County Common Pleas Court heard. Rosemond's smackdown sent the woman crumpling to the ground as the mob of assailants closed in, the prosecutions has claimed. He was then allegedly seen dancing and 'taunting' his victims after the assault. Rosemond has been charged with three counts of felonious assault, three charges of assault and two charges of aggravated rioting. He pleaded not guilty to all of the charges and was permitted release on a $500,000 bond. Six other suspects have been charged in the horrific attack. Prosecutors told the court Friday that Rosemond is 'responsible for the majority of [HR's] injuries'. 'He assaulted each and every single victim in a brutal to vicious fashion,' the prosecutor said, alleging that he knocked the woman identified as HR out. 'Her head hit the pavement, she was completely knocked unconscious before she even hit the ground. It is clearly captured on video.' The state did not confirm if HR was the female victim previously identified as Holly who alleged the mob of attackers swarmed her 'like a pack of wolves'. Horror images of Holly's injuries show her with black eyes and a swollen, bruised face. In shocking footage of the fight, a man in a white t-shirt was shoved to the ground and beaten by two men as other members of the crowd jeered and joined in. The gang beat the man for nearly a minute as he lay in the middle of the street, seemingly stepping on his head multiple times. When the barrage of attacks temporarily stopped, he was seen attempting to stand - but immediately fell over in apparent disorientation. Holly rushed to his aid, but was attacked by the crowd, suffering two blows to the face. The impact caused her to fall, with her head slamming onto the pavement. Blood spewed from her mouth. She said that police 'acted nonchalant' when they arrived at the scene and did not call for backup or an ambulance. Holly defended her actions that night, noting that she was the only person who decided to jump in to help the man because it was 'the right thing to do.' The prosecution also highlighted Rosemond's lengthy criminal record during Friday's hearing, pointing out how he has 10 misdemeanor and three felony convictions. It was also suggested that his recent trip to Georgia, during which he was arrested, was an attempt to flee - a claim disputed by the defense. Rosemond's attorney claimed he was visiting a friend and noted that he fully cooperated during his arrest. The defense requested his bond be set at $50,000 at 10 percent, but the court ruled with the prosecution's request of $500,000. Patrick Rosemond, 38, left, was arrested earlier this week and charged with alleged aggravated riot and aggravated robbery. Aisha Devaughn, right, allegedly hit one of the victims, prosecutors said Dominique Kittle, DeKyra Vernon, Jermaine Matthews, Aisha Devaughn, Gregory Wright and Montianez Merriweather were also arrested in connection with the brawl. They are facing various charges, including aggravated riot and felonious assault. If convicted they could face up to 30 years in prison. Each defendant has pleaded not guilty to their respective charges.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Cincinnati assault suspect accused of knocking out viral beating victim hauled back on $500K bond
After being extradited from Georgia, 38-year-old Patrick Rosemond made his first court appearance Friday morning in the viral Cincinnati attack, appearing stone-faced as the prosecution said that he was the "main instigator" in the viral beatdown that left at least two victims badly beaten. Prosecutors in the Hamilton County Common Pleas Court painted a grim picture of Rosemond, who they say is a felon who "assaulted each and every single victim" in the attack, including making a beeline for a victim identified as "HR." Rosemond punched the defenseless "HR," knocking her unconscious instantly and sending her crumpling to the pavement as the mob closed in, prosecutors said. Pointing to disturbing footage, prosecutors said that Rosemond was "taunting" and dancing after launching the brutal beatdown. Prosecutors on Friday would not comment further on the identity of "HR." One victim was previously identified, however, as Holly, a woman who was severely injured in the attack. Cincinnati Beatdown Suspects Arraigned On New Charges; Bond Changes Spark Courtroom Drama When speaking about the beating in court on Friday, prosecutors said that it "almost caused her death." She previously told Fox News Digital that the attackers swarmed her "like a pack of wolves." She was knocked unconscious and had a concussion, and she shared that she was experiencing excruciating migraines and "memory gaps" from the night. Read On The Fox News App "He assaulted each and every single victim in a brutal to vicious fashion," the prosecutor said. "With regards to count eight, he is the individual that knocked out HR, the female, almost causing her death. Her head hit the pavement, she was completely knocked unconscious before she even hit the ground. It is clearly captured on video." The 38-year-old is charged with three counts of alleged felonious assault, three charges of assault and two charges of aggravated rioting, the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office confirmed to Fox News Digital. "This defendant is the one responsible for the majority of her injuries," the prosecutor said. Throughout the brief proceeding, the courtroom remained quiet with no crowd filling the gallery. Rosemond appeared in a black hoodie that read, "Proud to be Hebrew." The "Proud to be Hebrew" movement is a group that, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center, believes that African Americans, and in some cases, other people of color, are the true descendants of the biblical Israelites. Cincinnati Residents On Edge After Viral Beatdown Sparks Crime Concerns: 'What's Gonna Happen Next?' The state highlighted Rosemond's lengthy record: 10 misdemeanors and three felony convictions, including domestic violence and gun possession by a prohibited person. Rosemond's defense attorney argued that his trip to Georgia, where he was arrested, had been simply a planned visit to see a friend, not an attempt to flee. WATCH THE BEATDOWN: Cincinnati Brawl Timeline: Brutal Assault Spirals Into National Firestorm Rosemond's attorney said that the defendant had cooperated fully during his arrest and, as a lifelong Hamilton County resident, he has "significant ties to the community." With that, the defense formally requested a $50,000 bond at 10%. Ultimately, the court sided with the prosecution, keeping the bond at $500,000. Six of the seven suspects in the viral downtown Cincinnati beating case appeared in court this week on new charges. Montianez Merriweather, 34, facing felonious assault, assault, aggravated rioting, and a federal gun charge, saw his $500,000 bond remain unchanged. DeKyra Vernon, 24, had her bond slashed from $200,000 to $25,000 at 10% after her defense argued the brawl had been fueled by alcohol and overblown. Aisha Devaughn, 25, also secured a reduction from $300,000 to $25,000 at 10%, with her attorney noting she had no prior felonies. Jermaine Matthews, 39, labeled by prosecutors as a "leader" in the attack, kept his existing bond. Dominique Kittle, 37, had no change to his bond and remains in custody pending a mental health evaluation, with prosecutors calling him "a grave danger." Gregory Wright, 32, facing aggravated rioting and robbery charges, is awaiting arraignment. Fox News Digital's Julia Bonavita contributed to this article source: Cincinnati assault suspect accused of knocking out viral beating victim hauled back on $500K bond
Fox News
3 days ago
- Fox News
Cincinnati assault suspect accused of knocking out viral beating victim hauled back on $500K bond
Print Close By Sarah Rumpf-Whitten, Peter D'Abrosca Published August 15, 2025 After being extradited from Georgia, 38-year-old Patrick Rosemond made his first court appearance Friday morning in the viral Cincinnati attack, appearing stone-faced as the prosecution said that he was the "main instigator" in the viral beatdown that left at least two victims badly beaten. Prosecutors in the Hamilton County Common Pleas Court painted a grim picture of Rosemond, who they said is a felon who "assaulted each and every single victim" in the attack, including making a beeline for a victim identified as "HR." Prosecutors said that Rosemond was the "main instigator" in the July 26 attack in downtown Cincinnati. Rosemond punched the defenseless "HR", knocking her unconscious instantly and sending her crumpling to the pavement as the mob closed in, prosecutors said. Pointing to disturbing footage, prosecutors said that Rosemond was "taunting" and dancing after launching the brutal beatdown. Prosecutors on Friday would not comment further on the identity of "HR." One victim was previously identified, however, as Holly, a woman who was severely injured in the attack. CINCINNATI BEATDOWN SUSPECTS ARRAIGNED ON NEW CHARGES; BOND CHANGES SPARK COURTROOM DRAMA Speaking about the beating in court Friday, prosecutors said that it "almost caused her death." She previously told Fox News Digital that the attackers swarmed her "like a pack of wolves." She was knocked unconscious, had a concussion and shared that she was experiencing excruciating migraines and "memory gaps" from the night. "He assaulted each and every single victim in a brutal to vicious fashion," the prosecutor said. "With regards to count eight, he is the individual that knocked out HR, the female, almost causing her death. Her head hit the pavement, she was completely knocked unconscious before she even hit the ground. It is clearly captured on video." The 38-year-old is charged with three counts of alleged felonious assault, three charges of assault and two charges of aggravated rioting, the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office confirmed to Fox News Digital. "This defendant is the one responsible for the majority of her injuries," the prosecutor said. Throughout the brief proceeding, the courtroom remained quiet with no crowd filling the gallery. Rosemond appeared in a black hoodie that read, "Proud to be Hebrew." The "Proud to be Hebrew" movement is a group that, according to the Southern Poverty Law Center, believe that African Americans, and in some cases, other people of color, are the true descendants of the biblical Israelites. CINCINNATI RESIDENTS ON EDGE AFTER VIRAL BEATDOWN SPARKS CRIME CONCERNS: 'WHAT'S GONNA HAPPEN NEXT?' The state highlighted Rosemond's lengthy record: 10 misdemeanors and three felony convictions, including domestic violence and gun possession by a prohibited person. Rosemond's defense attorney argued that his trip to Georgia, where he was arrested, was simply a planned visit to see a friend, not an attempt to flee. WATCH THE BEATDOWN: CINCINNATI BRAWL TIMELINE: BRUTAL ASSAULT SPIRALS INTO NATIONAL FIRESTORM Rosemond's attorney said that he cooperated fully during his arrest and, as a lifelong Hamilton County resident, he has "significant ties to the community." With that, the defense formally requested a $50,000 bond at 10%. Ultimately, the court sided with the prosecution, keeping his bond at $500,000. Six of the seven suspects in the viral downtown Cincinnati beating case appeared in court this week on new charges. Montianez Merriweather, 34, facing felonious assault, assault, aggravated rioting, and a federal gun charge, saw his $500,000 bond remain unchanged. DeKyra Vernon, 24, had her bond slashed from $200,000 to $25,000 at 10% after her defense argued the brawl was fueled by alcohol and overblown. Aisha Devaughn, 25, also secured a reduction from $300,000 to $25,000 at 10%, with her attorney noting she had no prior felonies. Jermaine Matthews, 39, labeled by prosecutors as a "leader" in the attack, kept his existing bond. Dominique Kittle, 37, had no change to his bond and remains in custody pending a mental health evaluation, with prosecutors calling him "a grave danger." Gregory Wright, 32, facing aggravated rioting and robbery charges, is awaiting arraignment. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP Fox News Digital's Julia Bonavita contributed to this report. Print Close URL
Fox News
08-08-2025
- Fox News
Cincinnati viral beating suspects face new charges in grand jury indictment
The six individuals arrested in connection with the viral beating in downtown Cincinnati have been indicted by a grand jury and are facing additional charges. Patrick Rosemond, 38, Jermaine Matthews, 39, Montianez Merriweather, 34, DeKyra Vernon, 24, Dominique Kittle, 37, and Aisha Devaughn, 25, are each charged with three counts of alleged felonious assault, three charges of assault and two charges of aggravated rioting, the Hamilton County Prosecutor's Office confirmed to Fox News Digital. "What I saw on video is not the Cincinnati I know and love," Hamilton County Prosecutor Connie Pillich said. "These charges hold those involved in the attack accountable." The update comes nearly two weeks after a bystander video showing the brutal beatdown on the corner of Fourth and Elm streets went viral, sparking national outrage and forcing local leaders to answer for the brawl that broke out around 3 a.m. on July 26. Witness video obtained by Fox News Digital shows a man repeatedly yelling racial slurs at a group before being violently thrown to the ground and kicked repeatedly. "I saw a little ruckus going on, saw people kind of scuffling, so kind of zoomed in, and once my phone kind of focused in, I saw the so-called victims being pretty aggressive toward the group of people that were already standing out there," witness Jay Black told Fox News Digital. Black added that he watched the man get knocked to the ground, before getting up and start fighting again. "Once he got up, you know people were kind of backing off of him, but he was kind of still going at people, you know, and using racial slurs," Black said. He told Fox News Digital that "contrary to what people think," there were actually "a lot of people" trying to break up the fight. The fight ignited a national firestorm as local leaders were left to answer for the apparent lack of police presence in the downtown area when the fight occurred after it was revealed that only 11 officers were stationed downtown the night of the brawl. In a press conference held last week, Cincinnati Police Chief Theresa Theetge revealed that, of the approximately 100 individuals present on the street corner at the time of the fight, only one person called 911. "That is unacceptable to not call the police," Theetge said. "Traffic was horrendous. People saw this. They were fighting in front of traffic. Why didn't people call us?" One of the victims in the attack, Holly, can be seen in additional footage being violently slammed to the ground and knocked unconscious as she tried to split up the fight. "I remember being afraid, terrified," Holly told Fox News Digital. "I just remember my life flashing before my eyes, and all I can think is, 'Dear God, I hope my children know that I love them.'" Holly revealed the horrific fight left her with brain damage and life-altering injuries, including a severe concussion. "I'm having someone help take care of me financially, mentally and physically," Holly said. "It's very humbling, it's very embarrassing to not be able to just be able to hang out by myself. I think that's the scary part, to not know just how deep the damage is going to be." Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval also weighed in on the violence that lit up social media at a press conference last week. "This was an awful incident, and our law enforcement has been working quickly and effectively to bring all responsible to justice," he said while standing alongside other city officials and leaders. "Let me be clear, there is no place for violent crime in Cincinnati, whether it's a fight or gun violence. We will pursue those responsible and we will hold them accountable no matter who they are." However, Pureval has since come under fire for his handling of the city's law enforcement, with mayoral challenger Cory Bowman, who is also Vice President JD Vance's half-brother, slamming city leadership for what he believes is relaxed bail policies allowing violent offenders back on the streets. "There are things from City Hall that are showing that the police are not supported the way they need to," Bowman told Fox News Digital. "They are unable to do their jobs because they've been told time and time again that they have to use restraint in certain things instead of enforcing the law. They're told to dial back, and then what happens is that we have prosecutors and judges that have a catch-and-release system." In a previous statement, Council Member Anna Albi also condemned the brutal beating, while vowing to support the community's police force. "Under no circumstances is it ever acceptable to condone such awful violence," Albi said. "Our greatest responsibility as elected officials and city leaders is to ensure the safety of our community. That is why this City Council continues to invest in supporting and growing our police force while simultaneously investing in social services to foster safe and healthy communities." If convicted, the suspects face the possibility of 29.5 years in prison.
Fox News
05-08-2025
- Fox News
5th Cincinnati brawl suspect's mugshot released after FBI arrest
Authorities have released the mugshot of the fifth suspect arrested in connection to the now-viral brawl that broke out in downtown Cincinnati on July 26. Fox News Digital has confirmed 38-year-old Patrick Rosemond was taken into custody Monday afternoon by the FBI and Atlanta Metropolitan Major Offender's Task Force in Fulton County, Georgia. He is charged with two counts of felonious assault and aggravated riot, according to the Cincinnati Police Department. He is also charged with one count of fugitive from justice for a fingerprintable charge, according to the Fulton County Sheriff's Office. He is currently being held in the Fulton County Jail while awaiting extradition to Ohio, police said. Rosemond is a Cincinnati resident and does not have any registered addresses in Georgia, according to records obtained by Fox News Digital. Fox News Digital could not immediately locate an attorney for Rosemond. "We're proud to support our partners in getting violent offenders off the streets," FBI Atlanta said in a social media post. Rosemond is the fifth arrest stemming from the violent beatdown that left six people injured – including one with a brain injury. Authorities are still searching for a sixth suspect. Shocking footage shows a large group attacking several individuals on the corner of Fourth and Elm streets in Cincinnati's business district in the early morning hours of Saturday, July 26. Several individuals can be seen punching and kicking the victims, with one woman being knocked unconscious and lying in the street. Out of approximately 100 witnesses who watched the events unfold, only one person called 911, according to Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge. Last week, authorities arrested Jermaine Matthews, 39, Montianez Merriweather, 34, DeKyra Vernon, 24, and Dominique Kittle, 37, for their alleged roles in the brutal brawl. Matthews was initially charged with aggravated riot and assault but was slapped with additional charges of two counts of felony assault, along with another count of assault, at a bond hearing last week. He has pleaded not guilty and is currently out of jail after posting a $270,000 bond. Both Vernon and Merriweather face felonious assault, aggravated riot and assault charges. Merriweather is being held on a $500,000 bond, while Vernon is being held on a $200,000 bond. Kittle is charged with felonious assault, aggravated riot and three counts of assault. Kittle, Merriweather and Vernon are currently being held in the Hamilton County Jail. A grand jury is scheduled to meet on Aug. 8.
