𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗚𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚: after much discussion and debate, I am choosing to show you video I obtained from sources of the two Asian senior women were stabbed along Market Street this week.

This was not an easy decision.

Here is why:

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There always has to be a purpose to what is shown. To show context.

In this case my team and I felt like it was important to see what happened so you understand how serious this crime is— as you learn the previous criminal history of the suspect.

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Takeaways f/the video:

You can see how calmly the suspect approaches
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There are others in the area but the women are the clear targets.
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A bystander rushed to help. More came shortly after.
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The alleged perpetrator has a criminal history including assault w/deadly weapon in 2017. He was let out on mental health diversion last fall. He was supposed to be in jail 25 to life.
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Lastly: I have only watched this 3x b/c it makes me too upset & overwhelmed. I started shaking when I saw it the 1st time.
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The family knows why we made the decision to share.

I will channel the shock & anger into continuing the fight.
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