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A fourth individual has been apprehended in relation to a violent altercation in Cincinnati that occurred on July 26 as authorities continue their search for suspects.
Dominique Kittle is currently facing charges of aggravated rioting and misdemeanor assault, as indicated on the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department website. Kittle appeared in court for the first time on Saturday morning, where a bond of $150,000 was set. His attorney disclosed that Kittle is afflicted with paranoid schizophrenia.
The other individuals who have been arrested in connection to the incident are Jermaine Matthews, Montianez Merriweather, and Dekyra Vernon.
Dominique Kittle is the fourth person to be arrested in connection to a violent brawl that took place in Cincinnati on July 26.
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“There is no room for violent crime in Cincinnati, whether it involves fights or gun violence. We will track down those responsible and ensure they are held accountable, no matter who they may be,” stated Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval during a press conference on Friday.
Senator Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, criticized the mayor’s response to the violent incident as inadequate and highlighted Pureval’s absence from Cincinnati when the altercation occurred.
Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval (left) alongside a photo of the July 26 street brawl in downtown Cincinnati. (Fox News Digital; X/@Anthea06274890)
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The altercation occurred between Elm and Fourth Streets, with videos of the incident quickly circulating on social media. The footage depicted a group attacking two individuals, including a woman who was rendered unconscious while onlookers recorded the event.
Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy spoke with the woman involved, identified as Holly.
“She is a single working mother who attended a friend’s birthday celebration. It is unacceptable that there were no police officers present in that area of Cincinnati on a Friday night, nor an ambulance to transport her to the hospital,” he remarked. “Hard-working Americans should not have to fear for their safety when enjoying themselves in our cities.”
A fight erupted on Friday night in downtown Cincinnati, resulting in several injuries. (X/@Anthea06274890)
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Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge disclosed that out of approximately 100 witnesses or participants in the altercation, only one individual contacted law enforcement.
“It is unacceptable that no one called the police,” Theetge expressed. “The traffic was chaotic. People witnessed the incident. The altercation occurred in front of traffic. Why did people not alert us?”
During a press conference, Theetge described the brawl as “an act of violence that deeply affected us all.” She pledged that all those involved in the assault would be held responsible and urged the public to notify law enforcement upon witnessing violence.
Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge addressing the viral beatdown in downtown Cincinnati on Friday, Aug. 1, 2025. (Fox News Digital)
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“Rest assured, if the Cincinnati Police Department had been notified promptly, our officers would have swiftly responded to safeguard lives,” Theetge assured during the press conference on Friday.
The FBI and the Justice Department have initiated an ongoing federal investigation into the brawl.
“The FBI has been and will continue to work closely with the Cincinnati Police Department on this matter,” the federal law enforcement agency informed Fox News Digital on July 30.
Fox News’ CB Cotton contributed to this report.
