5 people charged in ‘vicious’ brawl in Cincinnati that sparked safety debate in the city
DOWNTOWN CINCINNATI, OHIO, JUL 30 – The fight involved dozens and led to felonious assault and riot charges for five individuals, with some suspects still at large, raising public safety concerns in Cincinnati.
- A violent brawl involving around 100 people erupted early on July 26 at Fourth and Elm streets in downtown Cincinnati.
- The fight followed a jazz festival and involved two black men chasing and assaulting a white man, with large crowds punching and kicking.
- Police arrested five suspects on felony assault and riot charges between July 29 and 30, including Montianez Merriweather, Dekyra Vernon, and a 39-year-old man.
- Merriweather faces four felony weapons charges due to a prior 2009 aggravated robbery conviction, and he posted 10% of a $4,000 bond after indictment.
- The incident renewed public safety concerns, prompting police chief Teresa Theetge to warn that all involved will face consequences, while officials criticized media coverage and bystander response.
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