Cincinnati City Councilwoman Victoria Parks is facing intense backlash after a Facebook comment—allegedly posted from an account linked to her—appeared to justify the brutal mob assault that took place in the city’s downtown area over the weekend.
“They begged for that beat down!” the account wrote under a post showing footage of the attack. “I am grateful for the whole story.”
The comment has gone viral, sparking demands for Parks’ resignation, condemnation from lawmakers, and outrage from the city’s law enforcement community.
Councilwoman Linked to Comment
The post originated from a Facebook account under Parks’ name, listing her current role as a Cincinnati City Council Member, and past positions including Hamilton County Commissioner and Chief of Staff to Commissioner Todd Portune—matching details from her official city biography.
Multiple social media accounts appear to be associated with Parks, but the one in question is active and publicly accessible, dating back several years.
State Rep. Phil Plummer: “She Must Resign Immediately”
“Cincinnati Councilwoman Victoria Parks must resign immediately!” wrote State Rep. Phil Plummer (R-OH) on X.
“Defending violent criminals