Preparedness
Baltimore Attack Highlights Alarming Flaws in Justice System
A 66-year-old man, referred to as Bernie, recently experienced a terrifying ordeal when a group of masked youths ambushed him on his way home. The incident, which occurred near Patterson Park in Baltimore City, was captured on surveillance video, revealing the brutal nature of the attack.
“There is no accountability. They keep letting them go and letting them go and this is what you’re going to have,” Bernie expressed, highlighting his frustration with the current justice system.
As Bernie recounted to WBFF-TV, the attackers approached him silently, wearing ski masks, and he immediately sensed danger. “I actually didn’t hear anything. They were very, very quiet. Almost like they snuck up on me. But I could feel their presence,” he said. Realizing the impending threat, Bernie attempted to flee, shouting for help as the assailants pursued him. One of the attackers brandished a gun, demanding, “I want everything,” as he threatened Bernie.
The surveillance footage shows the attackers surrounding Bernie, who was left lying face-down on the street. The video captures the chilling moment when one assailant stomps on Bernie’s head while another lands two punches. The attackers then appear to steal his belongings before fleeing the scene.
The assault left Bernie unconscious, with significant injuries including a swollen, bruised left eye and seven stitches near his eyebrow. Despite Bernie’s account of five attackers, Baltimore Police reported arresting two individuals: 18-year-old Montaz Bailey and a 15-year-old male. A handgun and Bernie’s property were recovered following the incident.
Both suspects have prior arrests, and while Bailey was processed at the Central Booking and Intake Facility, the 15-year-old was released to a guardian. This situation underscores the challenges faced by the justice system in handling juvenile offenders. “They get apprehended and within hours, they’re back on the street again,” Bernie lamented, expressing his disbelief at the lack of consequences.
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates has authorized an attempted first-degree murder charge against Bailey. The incident has sparked discussions about the need for systemic changes to prevent such crimes and ensure accountability.
Police Commissioner Richard Worley emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “This incident is truly horrific, and my heart is with this victim and our communities.” He called for more to be done to address the ongoing issue of youth crime and the absence of consequences.
Mayor Brandon M. Scott echoed these sentiments, expressing frustration with the recurring pattern of arresting the same young offenders. “The current pattern does a disservice to our residents, our city, and — importantly — the young people themselves,” he noted, acknowledging the need for a more effective justice system.
Bernie’s harrowing experience serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for reform. “You guys really start thinking about changing some laws. And you better do it fast before it hits your house next,” he warned, urging for swift action to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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RobertC
October 13, 2024 at 11:35 am
There’s a serious effort by many in our government to undermine traditional American values and throw our society into total chaos. This is not about negligence or incompetency, these traitors know EXACTLY what they’re doing, and realize that this is the way to bring about the Marxist revolution that they so desperately desire. Until this scum is eliminated from the government ranks, these kinds of incidents will become increasingly common, as we’ve already seen. Don’t be pacified by their rhetoric about upholding our laws and keeping us safe – their actions don’t follow their rhetoric at all. The past four years have exemplified how much Americans are under attack by our “leaders”. Our country can’t survive another four years if this, and I pray the voters realize it before it’s too late.
Festus
October 13, 2024 at 12:13 pm
Pay citizens a bounty for aborting thugs .I’d say a 9mm round to the forehead should be sufficient. democrats should go along with this, as it involves abortion and spending the public’s tax money.
Deplorable Mark
October 13, 2024 at 2:55 pm
I prefer Chester.
Deplorable Mark
October 13, 2024 at 2:54 pm
Who is “Bailey”? These stories are very poorly written and edited. (I assume Bailey is the adult perpetrator).
Joan
October 13, 2024 at 3:12 pm
The liberals have been pushing for decades to save the children. Slap them on the hands and let them back out in ravage the community. These kids are not getting proper teaching at home as to how a civilized person behaves. So the savages are arrested and given back to the very people that have allowed them to be savages. Spare the rod, spoil the child. Your liberals have created this problem.
glenn
October 13, 2024 at 3:46 pm
First step would be to abolish the easy entry into our welfare system and quit rewarding woman every time the have another fatherless baby. There is no reason why a woman having her first fatherless baby immediately gets put on welfare. This is where almost all the violence is and this is the production center from these welfare woman. The worse part is nothing will be done and this problem will continue to grow as the government loves to hand out money and get people to depend on the government.
Nick
October 13, 2024 at 5:38 pm
People will start packing regardless if they have a permit or not the powers in charge consider us collateral damage when we get assaulted sorry should we care about their laws there is only one rule. Don’t Die
Paul
October 13, 2024 at 6:23 pm
PUBLIC HANGINGS! Cruel, inhumane, my ass! Punks getting the justice they deserve is what straightens them out. A woman has babies out of wedlock, and no father around to see that they’re raised properly, should be sterilized! The father should be sterilized and forced to take care of the child as well! Quit letting little whores leach of the system. Democraps are the communist party, they need to be eliminated from America!
Danny Phillips
October 13, 2024 at 11:35 pm
This won’t stop until we start to recognize the mental illness aspect of mass shootings. Democrats are mentally ill period. The Justice department keeps letting criminals loose without serving their sentence. Demonrats need to be eliminated from the Earth.