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After a disturbing incident in Cincinnati where a woman was thrown to the ground while trying to break up a fight, one of the victims has come forward to share the extent of her injuries. The victim, known as Holly, shared a video online showing visible injuries to her face and revealing that she is still dealing with severe brain trauma.
Holly expressed her gratitude for the support she has received, saying, “It’s been very, very hard, and I’m still recovering. I still have very bad brain trauma.”
“I just want to say thank you so much to everyone for all of the love and support. It is very humbling that you have sent your prayers, your blessings. It’s definitely what’s keeping me going, and you have just brought back faith and humanity.”
Holly is one of six victims injured in the brawl that took place on July 26, where she was knocked unconscious. Authorities have so far arrested four of the six alleged assailants, with efforts ongoing to locate the other two suspects.
The individuals arrested for their involvement in the fight are Jermaine Matthews, Dominique Kittle, Montianez Merriweather, and Dekyra Vernon. Matthews faces charges of felonious assault, misdemeanor assault, and aggravated riot, while Merriweather and Vernon are charged with felonious assault, aggravated riot, and assault. Kittle is charged with one count of assault.
New footage obtained by Fox News Digital sheds light on the moments leading up to the fight, with one victim allegedly yelling a racial slur at the group before the violence erupted.
Despite the incident, witnesses claim that there were people who tried to intervene. Cincinnati Police Chief Teresa Theetge revealed that out of approximately 100 people present during the brawl, only one individual called law enforcement.
“Trust me when I say this, had the Cincinnati Police Department been notified in real time, our officers would have responded with urgency and force to protect life,” Theetge stated during a news conference.
While Holly declined to comment further, she expressed her gratitude to those offering support during this difficult time.
God bless you all, thank you,” Holly said. “I appreciate everything that you’re doing for me and my family. It’s been very, very hard and I’m still recovering.”
Contributions to this report were made by Fox News Digital’s Peter D’Abrosca and Rachel Wolfe.
