Disturbing video footage has emerged of a group of teens mugging a 66-year-old man in Baltimore, with one suspect ruthlessly stomping on the victim's head. Two suspects, including 18-year-old Montaz Bailey, have been arrested, with Bailey facing attempted murder charges.
In a chilling incident captured on video, a group of teen suspects have been arrested for brutally attacking a 66-year-old man in Baltimore, Maryland. The video footage displays the horrifying scene as the elderly victim is robbed at gunpoint and subsequently has his head mercilessly stomped on by one of the suspects.
The video surveillance footage, which has been released by local media outlets, shows the victim being accosted by a group of at least four individuals on a residential street in Baltimore's east side. As the victim attempts to flee the scene, he is apprehended and forced to the ground. While one suspect holds a gun to the victim's head, another suspect delivers a series of punches before leaping into the air and stomping hard on the victim's head. A third suspect is seen rifling through the victim's pockets while the assault continues.
Baltimore Teens Arrested for Brutal Attack, Stomping on Man's Head
The victim, who has not been publicly identified, provided a chilling account of the attack to local media outlets. He described how the group of teens silently approached him and unleashed a barrage of violence without hesitation. "They were very, very quiet. Almost like they snuck up on me," he recalled. "But I could feel their presence. They didn't say anything but when I saw them, they had ski masks on."
"In my mind, I knew what was coming next, so I started to run, and they started to chase me," the victim continued. "As I was running, I was yelling 'help, help, I'm being robbed.' He pulled the gun out and he stuck the gun in my face, and I said, 'What do you want?' He said, 'I want everything.'"
Baltimore Teens Arrested for Brutal Attack, Stomping on Man's Head
Following an investigation into the incident, Baltimore City police arrested two suspects: 18-year-old Montaz Bailey and a 15-year-old male whose identity has not been released. Bailey has been charged with attempted first-degree murder, while the 15-year-old suspect was released to a guardian pending further investigation. A handgun was also recovered by police along with the victim's stolen property.
The brutal attack has sparked outrage among local residents and community leaders, who are demanding accountability for the perpetrators and a comprehensive approach to address youth violence. Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates authorized the attempted murder charge against Bailey, highlighting the seriousness of the crime.
Baltimore Teens Arrested for Brutal Attack, Stomping on Man's Head
"These incidents undermine the work of the BPD and erode the trust our communities place in us to keep them safe," said Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley.
Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott issued a statement expressing dismay at the attack and emphasizing the need for a system that provides consequences for repeat young offenders. "Time and time again, we're frustrated by this pattern of repeatedly needing to arrest the same young people who have not received the accountability necessary from other parts of the justice system," Scott said.
Baltimore Teens Arrested for Brutal Attack, Stomping on Man's Head
Amidst the growing concern over juvenile crime in Baltimore, local leaders are calling for tougher measures to deter repeat offenses. Randallstown NAACP Branch President Ryan Coleman urged the detention of young offenders accused of violent crimes. "They should not be victimized by juveniles who continue to do this kind of behavior," Coleman said.
