BALTIMORE — A beating caught on video lands one of the culprits behind bars.
It happened last September in the 200 block of Madeira Street, in Butcher's Hill.
A 66-year-old man walking home being followed and surrounded by a group of young men.
Next thing the victim saw was a handgun pointed at his face.
Upon grabbing the barrel, the man found himself being knocked to the ground.
The suspects repeatedly kicked and punched the helpless victim into unconsciousness.
Afterwards, they rummaged through their fallen prey's pockets, taking off with his keys and wallet.
Meanwhile, a doorbell camera captured the entire attack.
The victim's daughter eventually found him bleeding on the ground.
He'd suffered a concussion and lacerated eyelid, requiring hospitalization.
Baltimore Police later caught up with two of the suspects, a 15-year-old, and 19-year-old named Montaz Bailey.
The younger teenager had the victim's stolen keys, while Bailey was armed with the gun used to rob him.
What happened next sparked outrage in the community.
Due to Maryland's lax juvenile justice laws, the 15-year-old was quickly released from custody.
This led to calls for DJS leader, Vincent Schiraldi, to resign.
Police Commissioner Richard Worley also criticized how juveniles frequently avoid accountability.
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Bailey was not so fortunate. He pleaded guilty to first-degree aggravated assault and felony firearm possession.
A judge agreed to sentence Bailey to 25 years in jail, suspending all but 12 years.
As part of Bailey's plea deal, the first five-years will be served without the possibility of parole.
“This unprovoked attack was shocking in its brazenness and violence," Baltimore City State's Attorney Ivan Bates said after sentencing. "The victim impact statement given by the survivor in court during this plea highlights the enduring impact of violent crime, even long after the incident. I applaud his bravery in sharing the profound effects of the defendant’s actions."
