Summary
Jeanette Marken, a 75-year-old woman, was attacked in Seattle, resulting in permanent blindness in one eye. The suspect, Fale Vaigalepa Pea, has a long criminal record and is now charged with assault. The incident has sparked discussions on how law enforcement handles repeat offenders and public safety.
Key Facts
- Jeanette Marken was attacked with a board that had a screw at the end, leading to serious injuries.
- The attack happened while Marken was waiting at a crosswalk in downtown Seattle.
- The suspect, Fale Vaigalepa Pea, is charged with assault in the first degree.
- Pea has a history of criminal offenses and was known to police.
- The incident has raised concerns about public safety and how repeat offenders are managed.
- Pea was shown on surveillance and police bodycam footage committing the attack.
- Marken's son, Andrius Dyrikis, is calling for accountability from the authorities.
- President Trump has commented on the issue of handling repeat offenders in a broader crime context.
