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Fifth Suspect in Viral Cincinnati Street Brawl Apprehended

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Overview

  • Patrick Rosemond, 38, was arrested in Georgia and charged with felonious assault and aggravated riot as the fifth suspect in the July 26 downtown melee.
  • Prosecutors continue to seek one remaining participant in the street brawl under federal and local charges including aggravated riot.
  • Mayor Aftab Pureval has vowed to hold those responsible accountable and city officials face calls to strengthen public safety measures downtown.
  • Only one person among roughly 100 bystanders called 911 during the melee, prompting questions about civic response to public violence.
  • The Cincinnati Police Department and the FBI have launched active investigations, including a federal hate-crime review, while officials face pressure to bolster downtown security.