Cincinnati assault: Hear 911 call after viral mob attack
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In the video, a mob can be seen punching and stomping on two victims on the corner of Fourth and Elm Street. One of the victims, a woman identified only as Holly, was knocked out cold. 

Montianez Merriweather, 34, and Dekyra Vernon, 24, were arrested Tuesday night. Both face felonious assault, aggravated riot and assault charges. Merriweather is being held on a $500,000 bond, while Vernon is being held on a $200,000 bond.

A third suspect, Jermaine Matthews, was taken into custody overnight and charged with aggravated riot and assault. He is being held on $100,000 bond. 

Police say charges have been filed against two more people, who are not yet in custody.

Montianez Merriweather and Dekyra Vernon mugshots

Montianez Merriweather and Dekyra Vernon have been arrested in connection to a fight in Cincinnati that gained national attention over the weekend. (Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office)

The Cincinnati Police Department did not return a request for comment Thursday, and has not returned multiple comment requests throughout the week. 

Over the course of the week, Pureval’s office has not returned multiple comment requests. Neither has the Cincinnati City Council, nor the City Manager’s office. 

Fox News’ Greg Wehner contributed to this report. 

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