An alarming video capturing a violent assault in downtown Cincinnati has sparked outrage and raised concerns about the prevailing “anti-law enforcement culture” in American society, according to Vivek Ramaswamy.
Ramaswamy, a former 2024 presidential hopeful and Ohio Republican gubernatorial candidate, expressed his views in an exclusive interview with Fox News Digital. He emphasized that the incident, which left a woman named Holly with severe brain trauma, has initiated a crucial dialogue about violent crime in cities across the nation.
Ramaswamy condemned the brutal beating of Holly, who was seen trying to intervene to help another victim in the video. The assault took place outside a popular nightclub in the early hours of July 26.
Following the incident, Ramaswamy reached out to Holly to offer support and understand her perspective on addressing such crimes. He stressed the importance of adopting effective policies to prevent such reckless acts of violence and ensure the safety of individuals in cities.
The video also captured another victim being attacked in the street, with racial slurs being yelled. Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge revealed that six people were victimized in the brawl, leading to charges against six individuals, four of whom have been arrested.
Ramaswamy highlighted the need for a safer environment where individuals can enjoy a night out without fear of violence. He criticized the bystanders’ inaction during the assault, attributing it to a growing culture of disregard for law enforcement and the rule of law.
He called for more open dialogue and discussions to address such societal issues and emphasized the importance of acknowledging and confronting acts of violence rather than ignoring them.
Ultimately, Ramaswamy believes that promoting compassion and unity through open conversations is essential in addressing and preventing violent crimes in communities.
Fox News Digital’s Julia Bonavita, Peter D’Abrosca, and Deirdre Heavey contributed to this report.
