News Summary
A bar bouncer in Baltimore has been arrested for first-degree aggravated assault following a viral incident where he used excessive force on a patron. The altercation, which occurred at the Cross Street Public House, was captured on video and has raised concerns about the behavior of security personnel in nightlife venues. City council members are calling for increased accountability among security staff. The incident has prompted the bar owner to sever ties with the security company involved, highlighting the importance of a safe environment for patrons in the Federal Hill community.
Baltimore – A bouncer at a local bar has been arrested for assault following a viral incident that occurred on September 27 in Federal Hill. Kevin Weaver, who was working at the Cross Street Public House, is currently in custody without bond after being charged with first-degree aggravated assault.
The confrontation was captured on video and has since gone viral, accumulating around six million views. In the footage, Weaver can be seen putting a patron in a chokehold before slamming his head into a car window, which subsequently shattered. This alarming scene has raised concerns about conduct among security personnel within nightlife establishments in the area.
Following the incident, Weaver voluntarily turned himself in to the police. He has been charged with serious allegations reflecting the gravity of the situation. The incident began when a security guard inside the bar instructed the patron to stop speaking or face removal from the premises. After confirming with Weaver that he indeed had to leave, the patron was escorted outside, where the situation escalated. Reports explain that Weaver pushed the patron, which seems to have initiated the use of physical force that led to the dramatic confrontation.
Baltimore City Councilman Isaac “Yitzy” Schleifer has expressed concern over the incident, calling for greater accountability from security personnel. He highlighted that those with security roles must be held responsible for abusing their power. His social media posts tagged the Baltimore Police Department and State’s Attorney Ivan Bates, urging immediate action regarding the incident.
In the aftermath of the incident, the bar owner announced that Weaver was not an employee of Cross Street Public House, indicating that he was working through Ace Event Services Group, the security company that will no longer partner with the bar as a result of this event. This decision reflects the bar’s commitment to ensuring a safe environment for its guests and a desire to distance itself from any potentially harmful practices carried out by security personnel.
The confrontation took place on the unit block of East Cross Street, an area that has recently seen increased security measures in response to rising crime rates, including break-ins, vandalism, and assaults. The Federal Hill community’s concerns over safety have been heightened, and local patrols have been established in efforts to reduce crime and improve community security.
Although the Baltimore Police Department has not previously received any calls or reports regarding the bar or the incident, an investigation is now ongoing to assess the full scope of the altercation and its implications for security protocols in the area.
The Cross Street Public House has reiterated its dedication to maintaining a welcoming atmosphere for both patrons and community members, stressing that safety remains a top priority. As the case unfolds, the actions taken by the local government and bar management will likely be scrutinized as part of a broader conversation about the responsibilities of security personnel in public venues.
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