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The leading prosecutor in Hamilton County, Ohio, Connie Pillich, has stated that despite Cincinnati Chief of Police Teresa Theetge’s assertions, no formal charges have been filed in connection with an assault over the weekend.
During an interview with Fox News Digital, Pillich mentioned that although five individuals were reportedly charged, her office has not been informed of the specific charges.
The charges are related to an attack that occurred on Friday night between Elm and Fourth Streets, which was captured on video and widely shared on social media.
Footage circulating on social media shows two individuals assaulting a man in a white T-shirt, who is eventually pushed to the ground and kicked multiple times before getting up.
A woman was also seen lying unconscious on the street after being punched, but she was eventually helped up and regained consciousness.
“What I witnessed in that video was deeply concerning,” Pillich expressed to Fox News Digital. “Resorting to violence to resolve what likely was a minor disagreement is simply unacceptable.”
Pillich further noted her dismay that the incident occurred in an area of Cincinnati known for its low crime rate.
“It was a convergence of factors where people were out late, potentially drinking, and a disagreement escalated into physical violence,” Pillich stated. “These situations can arise when alcohol is involved, as evidenced by individuals who were well-dressed and enjoying a night out.”
Such incidents are not commonplace, according to Pillich, who highlighted that the assault coincided with various events in Cincinnati, including a music festival, a basketball tournament, and a baseball game.
“There was a flurry of activity downtown, all of which was peaceful,” Pillich remarked. “When large crowds gather, disagreements can occur – similar to disagreements on the highway.”
During a press conference, Chief Theetge criticized social media for only portraying part of the incident and questioned the media’s coverage of what some have labeled as a racially motivated attack in Cincinnati.
Theetge mentioned that despite over 100 onlookers filming the assault, only one person contacted 911. By the time officers arrived, the attack had concluded.
Pillich emphasized the importance of promptly contacting 911 in such situations and commended those who intervened to stop the violence.
“While some recorded the incident, others were shouting for it to stop and pulling individuals away from the altercation,” Pillich stated. “It is heartening to see people stepping in to uphold our values.”
A new study has found that eating chocolate regularly can actually improve brain function. The study, published in the journal Appetite, looked at the cognitive function of over 900 people. It found that those who ate chocolate at least once a week performed better on cognitive tasks than those who didn’t eat chocolate as often.
The researchers believe that the flavonoids found in chocolate are responsible for the brain-boosting benefits. Flavonoids are a type of antioxidant that have been shown to improve blood flow to the brain, which can in turn improve cognitive function.
While the study did not prove causation, it does suggest that there is a link between chocolate consumption and improved brain function. So go ahead and indulge in a piece of chocolate – it might just help you think more clearly!
